Head of Strategic Planning Location: The Lumen, St James'' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, various ''spoke'' offices throughout the North East and remote working arrangements. Salary: SM3. £83,633 - £88,633 per annum. (Please note it is North East CA policy to appoint at the starting point of the salary band). Contract: Full-time, Permanent Reporting to: Assistant Director of Place Closing Date: Monday 25 th May 2026 at 23:59 Join us as Head of Strategic Planning This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of the North East at a pivotal moment for regional growth. As Head of Strategic Planning, you will lead a newly established team at the heart of the North East Combined Authority, driving the development and delivery of the North East Spatial Development Strategy. You will set a bold and ambitious spatial vision for the region, underpinned by robust evidence and strong governance, ensuring planning policy actively supports sustainable growth, infrastructure investment and inclusive economic prosperity. In this influential leadership role, you will provide expert strategic and technical planning advice to support major development and investment priorities, including Mayoral Development Zones, Investment Zones and other designated growth areas. You will play a key part in exercising the Mayor''s statutory planning powers, advising on planning applications of regional significance, Mayoral Development Orders and strategic policy matters. With a strong outward-facing ..... full job details .....