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Major Development Team Manager Home Counties £65 p/hour Job Ref - 66173 My client is looking to source an experience qualified Town Planner, who has experienced in managing large scale planning applications, as well as leading a team of high level planners. Role: Interim Team Leader (Planning) Duration: 4-6 months initially Rate: £65 per hour Working Pattern: 37 hours per week (flexible) Hybrid working offered - ideally 2 days in the office initially (one being a Wednesday). There is no expectation for site visits unless specific concerns arise relating to the role. This is a management-level role, focused on overseeing caseloads and ensuring work is progressed efficiently through the system. You will be responsible for providing clear direction on cases, managing complex planning matters, and supporting the wider team. Key experience required: Strong background in planning within complex environments Ability to manage and advise on applications relating to greenfield sites, often within Green Belt and/or National Landscapes Confident dealing with Green Belt / Grey Belt and tilted balance scenarios Knowledge of SANGs, SACs, and DCOs Key responsibilities: Provide direction on cases and ensure progression through the system Escalate issues where required Act as lead officer at committee Review and sign off complex reports Demonstrate strong political awareness and confidence in decision-making The LPA is looking for someone confident, experienced, and comfortable operating at a senior level within a high-pressure planning environment. Carrington West Pay Rate - £65 per/hour Please call Ben Hitchman 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: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other unadvertised roles with you.

Senior Communications Officer - Maternity Cover Home/Office-based in the UK (Hybrid working with access to our London or Edinburgh offices) About Us IIED is an international policy and research organisation working to build a fairer, more sustainable world, in partnership with others across the globe. We are now looking for a Senior Communications Officer to join our REDAA programme on a 9-month fixed-term maternity cover contract available from mid-July 2026 to mid-April 2027, working full-time, 35 hours per week. Requests for part-time working at 0.8 or 0.9 FTE will also be considered. REDAA (Reversing Environmental Degradation in Africa and Asia) catalyses research, innovation and action at local, national and regional levels across Africa and Asia to deliver work focused on ecosystem restoration and wildlife protection. The aim of the programme is to help people and nature to thrive together in times of climate, resource and fiscal insecurity. The Benefits - Salary of £44,892 - £55,773 per annum (pro rata for part-time) - 25 days' annual leave per year, plus bank holidays and additional leave over Christmas - 7.5% employer pension contributions - Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay - Cycle-to-work scheme - Employee protection scheme (life, critical illness, income protection) This is an exciting opportunity for a talented communications professional with print and digital experience to join our globally respected organisation and work on the frontline of sustainable development and environmental change. You'll have the chance to work across an ambitious international initiative, building your network of individuals and organisations and making a real difference through communications expertise that will ensure stories of change reach the right audiences. What's more, you'll also discover a collaborative and supportive working environment where you will have the chance to grow and develop your skills throughout the contract and add real value to your portfolio. The Role As a Senior Communications Officer, you will implement the communications strategy for the REDAA programme, managing internal and external communications activity and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with programme colleagues, communications specialists and REDAA project partners, you will help drive the programme's communications strategy forward, contributing to the programme's impact and overall success. You will also play a key role in developing and facilitating the REDAA Community, with a particular focus on providing communications support and expertise to REDAA project partners, whilst providing support in communicating programme impact on a local, national, regional and international level. Additionally, you will: - Produce and co-ordinate communication outputs for print and digital channels - Plan and deliver social media and digital communications campaigns - Liaise with creative suppliers and freelancers - Support the timely delivery of content - Work collaboratively with colleagues across the programme and communications teams About You To be considered as a Senior Communications Officer, you will need: - Experience coordinating the production of print and digital communication outputs - Experience writing and editing content for print and online media to short deadlines - Experience implementing marketing communications strategies and campaigns - Experience working with websites and organisational social media accounts - Experience planning social media campaigns on LinkedIn (our main platform) - Experience providing communications support or training to others - Experience managing creative suppliers and freelancers - Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes, databases and facilitation tools - Excellent knowledge of digital audience engagement tools, including email marketing, websites and social media - An interest in sustainable development issues Please refer to the job description for a complete list of essential requirements for the role. Please note, IIED is a hybrid working organisation, and you are likely to be working from home most of the time. As such, you will need a suitable place to work and a reliable, fast internet connection. The closing date for this role is the 28th May 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as we are actively reviewing applications and may close the application window earlier if we receive a large number of suitable applications. Other organisations may call this role Communications and Engagement Officer, Senior Marketing Communications Officer, Campaigns Officer, Digital Communications Officer, or Communications Specialist. IIED is an organisation that serves the Global Majority. We are committed to equity of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in IIED's workforce, including members of minority groups and those with lived experience of the work we do. Even if you don't satisfy all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply, as we will offer training and development to upskill the right candidate for the role. So, if you're ready to deliver international communications activity and contribute to impact as a Senior Communications Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6 month contract (then rolling). We are looking for an experienced planner who is able to hit the ground running and be capable of working with minimum supervision, efficiently managing your workload and making a real contribution towards quality decision making. Accountabilities Lead on major and strategic planning applications Champion design excellence and compliance with national and local policies Drive innovation in dealing with major planning applications Build strong relationships with developers, councillors, and stakeholders Experience Significant experience working within a local planning authority or a relevant private sector planning business Proven track record of handling a varied caseload of planning applications Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management Experience in developing and managing projects or programmes of work It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering hybrid working arrangements with a weekly office presence required. Carrington West Pay Rate - £55per/hour Job Ref - 66075 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Senior Planning Officer Location: Harrow, Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 f Pay Rate: £38 per hour Umbrella Contract: 6-Month Rolling Contract Working Arrangement: Hybrid We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Planning Officer to join on a 6-month rolling contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong development management experience to work within a busy local authority environment. Main Duties: Processing a varied caseload of planning applications, including complex minor applications and small-scale major developments Managing lawful development certificates and prior approval applications Carrying out site visits and assessments Providing duty planner and pre-application advice services Presenting applications and recommendations at Planning Committee meetings Managing appeal casework and preparing supporting documentation Requirements: Previous experience working within a local authority planning team Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and development management processes Experience handling complex planning applications independently Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload effectively This role offers hybrid working arrangements alongside the opportunity to work within a supportive and dynamic planning team. To find out more information please contact Halle at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Principal Planning Officer - Development Management Hybrid Working (flexible office attendance) £50-55 p/h (guide rate) 3 Month Rolling Contract Job Ref - 65639 An opportunity for an experienced Principal Planning Officer in Development Management to shape and influence the future growth of the Council's area by managing high-profile and complex residential and commercial development schemes. The role involves providing expert advice to Members and stakeholders, mentoring junior officers, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives. Key responsibilities: Manage major residential and commercial development applications Apply planning legislation, policy, and best practice to proposals Coordinate technical reports and undertake site visits Liaise with internal teams, stakeholders, and partner agencies Negotiate S106 agreements, mitigation, and financial contributions Prepare committee reports and support planning appeals Advise senior leadership and support Enforcement Officers Communicate complex issues clearly to varied audiences Requirements: Extensive experience in Development Management of major/complex developments Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and practice Proven negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to mentor junior staff and drive service improvements Confident presenting cases to committees and senior leadership Flexible hybrid working available to suit candidate availability. Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.

Principal Planning Officer - Development Management Remote / Hybrid (minimum 1 day per month in office) £55-65 p/h (Depending on experience) 37 hours per week Job Ref - 65748 Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of strategic developments by leading the Council's most complex and high-profile planning applications. Influence decision-making, present reports to committees, and provide expert advice on rural planning challenges, including areas without a five-year housing land supply. Key responsibilities: Lead major and complex planning applications Prepare detailed reports for committees Provide expert advice to Members and stakeholders Mentor junior staff and support service improvements Liaise with internal teams and external partners Requirements: MRTPI with relevant degree and post-graduate experience Proven experience in managing major/complex applications Confident presenting to planning committees Experience in rural planning and strategic applications Flexible remote/hybrid working, with minimum 1 day per month in office. Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.

Senior Planning Officer I am currently working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands who are looking for a Senior Planning Officer. About The Role I am working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands to assist in finding the right candidate to go in and hit the ground running with major applications, ranging from housing schemes to commercial developments. This role offers hybrid working, with office presence desired weekly. About The Candidate The ideal candidate will be RTPI registered or on their way to accreditation and have experience working major applications. When The client is looking to interview and appoint someone as soon as possible. If you are interested in Town Planning positions at other levels of seniority or you do not feel this role is for you but still would like to speak about other roles, please do make contact.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the search for a Validations Officer to join their town planning department team on a 3-month rolling contract. Key Responsibilities include: Ensure the effective validation assessment and processing of a range of applications including Householders, Trees, Minors, Change of Use, as well as Full apps and Majors. To be responsible for ensuring the maintenance of the Statutory Register and similar records relating to Planning, Building and Enforcement in accordance with the relevant legislation. The provision and maintenance of an effective service to customers either in person, in writing or by telephone, fax, e-mail; providing information and/or answering queries in accordance with the Service, department, and Council requirements on customer care and ensuring accuracy so as to avoid litigation and/or costs. Including the provision of a duty service as required. To be responsible for ensuring the timely receipt of all new legislation relating to development. To interpret that legislation, ensure its dissemination to all relevant staff, training where necessary and instigate changes to processes and procedures when required. To apply for this roles, it is essential that you have worked as a Validations Officer in a local authority planning department. The successful candidates must have good fundamental and technical knowledge and understanding. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible hybrid working arrangements. Carrington West Pay Rate - £30-35per/hour Job Ref - 59764 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for an Interim Senior Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 3-month contract. We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and energetic planning professional who can demonstrate the qualities to successfully deal with an interesting and varied caseload of planning applications, primarily consisting of Complex Minor and Small Scale Major applications - this will be a mixture of Full applications and pre-applications. This post can be offered on a hybrid basis with weekly site visits. To apply for these roles, it is essential that you have worked as a development management case officer in a local authority planning department or at an equivalent level in a private practice. The successful candidates must have good fundamental and technical knowledge and understanding of all relevant planning legislation and policies. You will need to have excellent communication and negotiation skills as you will be working in a team environment, as well as dealing with other professionals. We are looking for a motivated self-starter with a can-do attitude. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements. Carrington West Pay Rate - Up to £45per/hour Job Ref - 60928 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.