Interim Assistant Director - Planning

Spencer Clarke GroupCounty Durhamreedpublished 10/12/2026
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Location: North East England Rate: £1000 - £1200 per day Contract: 6 months minimum

Spencer Clarke Group are supporting a large Local Authority in the North East who are recruiting an Interim Assistant Director to lead a significant Planning service area. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for delivery across development management priorities, service performance, improvement and strong stakeholder leadership. Responsibilities include Leading a major service area with significant budgets and cross-council responsibilities Driving innovation, service improvement and value for money Leading and developing teams, setting high standards and addressing underperformance Building and maintaining strong partnerships and networks locally, regionally and nationally Providing clear professional advice in a political environment, including in public forums About you Proven senior leadership experience in a complex service environment Strong development management background aligned to regeneration and growth ambitions Strong budget, performance and people management track record Confident operating in a political environment with excellent communication skills Established networks you can use to support service delivery RTPI membership is required

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