Assistant Director Planning (Chief Planning Officer)

Mansfield District Council; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Mansfield District Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Director Planning (Chief Planning Officer) to provide strategic leadership for planning services. This role will entail management of diverse services and contribution to the corporate leadership team. An informal discussion can be arranged with the Chief Executive for interested candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and management to planning services.
• Support shaping and leading of the Corporate leadership team.
• Lead planning, property services, design services, and building control.

Job description

Assistant Director Planning (Chief Planning Officer) Up to £72,011 per annum (pay award pending)
We are seeking an experienced chief planning officer to provide strategic leadership and management to the planning services.
You will be a key member of the corporate leadership team supporting the shaping and leading of the Authority.
You will lead our planning, property services, design services and client contract for building control shared service.
Mansfield is a great place to work, with a friendly and positive culture – we look forward to meeting you.
For an informal (and confidential) discussion please contact James Biddlestone, Chief Executive on [e-mail]
For more information and how to apply, visit – www.mansfieldfutureleaders.co.uk (APPLY below).
Closing date: 6 July 2025 Interviews: 15 July 2025 Final Member Interview: TBC