Deputy DM Team Manager

Deputy DM Team Manager
Central London
£55 per hour Umbrella
Initial 3 Month Contract
Job Ref - 70256
My Local Authority Client in London is looking to source an experienced Development Town Planner with leadership experience, to join their Planning Department, as a Deputy Area DM Manager.
The Role:

• To assist the Team Manager in managing development across the Borough through the management and delivery of a high quality planning service, by managing an expert professional team within the Development Management Service
• To assist in the professional management and progression of pre-application discussions relating to a wide range of planning proposals in accordance with statutory requirements, the Council's policies and procedures, and national and local targets
• To deputise for the Team Manager where necessary. To clear reports for relevant committees and to present items at committee as required.
• To deal with delegated planning decisions.
• To support and deputise for senior officers in the delivery of town planning services including a customer focused service which maximises outcomes in relation to costs
• To manage a planning application caseload, including making recommendations and writing reports, handling appeals and giving planning advice in accordance with the Council's corporate core principles, service plans, financial regulations and standing orders.

Job Description available upon request.
Hybrid working offered, however some weekly office presence is needed/required.
Please call Alfie Jacobs on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email me or our planning team if you are short of time to chat:
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