Area Development Manager - Planning (Hybrid)

Colchester Borough Council; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working arrangements

Local government pension scheme

Learning and development for all

Employee discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Braintree District Council is hiring an Area Development Manager for the Planning team based in Braintree, Essex. The successful candidate will lead a team of 4–5 Planning Officers, sign off delegated decisions, and help deliver a high-quality Development Management service for the district.

We are looking for an experienced Town Planner with RTPI membership or eligibility, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to deliver growth and excellent customer service while embracing continuous

Qualifications

• Extensive planning knowledge and experience in Development Management.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Excellent communication, report writing and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 4–5 Planning Officers.
• Sign off Delegated Decisions for an Area team and monitor performance.
• Deliver excellent customer service and drive service improvements.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Report writing

Customer service

Education

RTPI membership eligibility

Job description

Braintree District Council is hiring an Area Development Manager for the Planning team based in Braintree, Essex. The successful candidate will lead a team of 4–5 Planning Officers, sign off delegated decisions, and help deliver a high-quality Development Management service for the district.

We are looking for an experienced Town Planner with RTPI membership or eligibility, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to deliver growth and excellent customer service while embracing continuous