Area Development Manager

BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Braintree District Council is seeking an Area Development Manager to join the Essex team, focusing on planning applications, pre-application advice and development management casework. The post offers scope for progression toward a senior management or Head of Planning position and a varied portfolio of growth activity across the district.

Based in the UK East region, this full-time role carries a salary of £57,582 - £61,854, with working patterns arranged by the employer.

Job description

Area Development Manager

A local authority is recruiting an Area Development Manager for its Essex team. The role will focus on planning applications, pre-application advice and development management casework. The role offers scope to progress towards a broader senior management or Head of Planning position.

This is a good time to join the team as the development service is working across a varied portfolio of applications and growth activity across the district. The advertised salary is £57,582 - £61,854. The location is well placed for people commuting from across the East region, with the exact working pattern dependent on the employer's arrangements.

Braintree District Council

https://www.braintree.gov.uk

• Job Type: Full Time
• Location: UK - East
• Salary: £57,582 - £61,854
• Closing Date: 13th September 2026