Head of Planning - Rochdale, United Kingdom - GatenbySanderson

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Head of Planning

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Rochdale Borough Council

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Rochdale

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Location Rochdale
Sector Local Government
Client Rochdale Borough Council
Job Type Permanent
Salary/Remuneration Up to £69,124 (inclusive of market supplement) + other benefits

Reference GSe10187

Closing Date Monday 4th September 2023

Rochdale is a significant economic growth opportunity for Greater Manchester and the wider North West region.

We are already delivering on our plans to create over one million square metres of employment space, 20,000 jobs, and 10,000 new homes connected by new and enhanced infrastructure and transport links, and the regeneration of our town centres.

Home to 8,000 businesses, the Atom Valley Mayoral Development Zone, Northern Gateway and Rochdale Rail Corridor - the scale of opportunity is huge.

There has never been a better time to join us at Rochdale Council.

Following the promotion of the previous post holder, we are now seeking our next Head of Planning to continue the delivery our ambitious and excited growth agenda.

You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact, supporting us to deliver a portfolio of nationally enviable strategic sites, various town centre and rail corridor masterplans and leading on the development of our new Local Plan and other important plans and strategies.

As Head of Planning you will lead a high-performing, transformative and supportive organisation, steadfast in their contribution to the region and creating a 'place for everyone'.

You will inspire trust and confidence amongst elected members, the private sector and our investor partners and be commercially minded and delivery focused with a strong track record of delivery and building relationship with key partners across public and private sectors that support delivery.

You'll also be a keen advocate for our borough, representing us in external meetings with a variety of organisations including the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and government agencies.

This is a unique opportunity to truly make an impact in a career enhancing role, lead a service that was won an RTPI North West 'Team of the Year' commendation award and where you can influence the legacy of our great borough.

Rochdale is a great place to live and work.

Our open plan offices are in the heart of our vibrant town centre and the borough is only a short distance from Manchester City Centre and the beautiful countryside in the Pennines and Peak District.

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Contacts

Philip Emms: _

Rebecca Hopkin: _

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Recruitment Timetable

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Closing date
4th September 2023

Final Interviews
w/c 18th September 2023

How to Apply

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Please submit your
CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.
Detail any employment or education gaps.
Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages.
We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.