Interim Head of Development Management
| Posting date: | 25 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £472.97 to £650.00 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £427.97 PAYE (equivalent to £650 Umbrella) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 September 2025 |
| Location: | Kingston, South West London |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1611627 |
Summary
Neway is seeking an Interim Head of Development Management to join our client based with Royal Borough of Kingston.
Location: Guildhall 2, Royal Borough of Kingston Hours: 36 per week | 09:00–17:00 Contract: 20th October 2025 – 19th April 2026 Daily Rate: £472.97 PAYE / £650.00 Umbrella IR35 Status: Inside IR35 ️ Application Deadline: Wednesday 1st October 2025 at 12:00
The Royal Borough of Kingston is seeking an experienced and strategic Interim Head of Development Management to lead its planning service during a period of transition. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for shaping the borough’s development strategy and ensuring the delivery of high-quality planning outcomes.
️ Role Overview
Reporting to senior leadership, you’ll oversee the Development Management team, drive service improvement, and ensure robust decision-making across planning applications, enforcement, and appeals. You’ll play a key role in supporting Kingston’s growth ambitions while balancing community needs and environmental priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the Development Management function and managing senior planning staff
Overseeing complex planning applications, appeals, and enforcement cases
Driving performance against service KPIs and contributing to strategic planning goals
Representing the council at planning committees and public forums
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver sustainable development
Working Arrangements
Minimum 2 days per week on site at Guildhall 2
Additional in-person attendance required for planning committees and service needs
✅ Candidate Requirements
Proven leadership experience in a senior planning or development management role
Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and local government operations
Excellent stakeholder engagement and decision-making skills
Ability to lead change and drive service improvement
Location: Guildhall 2, Royal Borough of Kingston Hours: 36 per week | 09:00–17:00 Contract: 20th October 2025 – 19th April 2026 Daily Rate: £472.97 PAYE / £650.00 Umbrella IR35 Status: Inside IR35 ️ Application Deadline: Wednesday 1st October 2025 at 12:00
The Royal Borough of Kingston is seeking an experienced and strategic Interim Head of Development Management to lead its planning service during a period of transition. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for shaping the borough’s development strategy and ensuring the delivery of high-quality planning outcomes.
️ Role Overview
Reporting to senior leadership, you’ll oversee the Development Management team, drive service improvement, and ensure robust decision-making across planning applications, enforcement, and appeals. You’ll play a key role in supporting Kingston’s growth ambitions while balancing community needs and environmental priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the Development Management function and managing senior planning staff
Overseeing complex planning applications, appeals, and enforcement cases
Driving performance against service KPIs and contributing to strategic planning goals
Representing the council at planning committees and public forums
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver sustainable development
Working Arrangements
Minimum 2 days per week on site at Guildhall 2
Additional in-person attendance required for planning committees and service needs
✅ Candidate Requirements
Proven leadership experience in a senior planning or development management role
Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and local government operations
Excellent stakeholder engagement and decision-making skills
Ability to lead change and drive service improvement