Development Management Lead – Enforcement & Highways

Stockport Council; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real living wage

Flexible/hybrid working

Good work life balance

Inclusive employment policies

Staff engagement forums

Job summary

Stockport Council is seeking an Enforcement, Compliance and Highways Development Management Manager to lead the DM and enforcement function. The role involves guiding junior officers, managing a challenging caseload, and delivering timely, high-quality decisions within a political environment.

You will work in a hybrid arrangement, based at Stopford House, with a minimum of two office days per week, contributing to Stockport’s ambitious development plans.

Qualifications

• Chartered RTPI member with extensive experience in Development Management.
• Comfortable handling complex applications, negotiating solutions and offering balanced advice in a political environment.
• Ability to guide and support junior officers and share expertise to develop a positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex or sensitive Development Management and Highways cases.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues, partners and residents.
• Support the Head of Development Management to ensure the team runs smoothly and delivers high-quality decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to benefit Stockport’s development objectives.

Education

Chartered RTPI member

Job description

Stockport Council is seeking an Enforcement, Compliance and Highways Development Management Manager to lead the DM and enforcement function. The role involves guiding junior officers, managing a challenging caseload, and delivering timely, high-quality decisions within a political environment.

You will work in a hybrid arrangement, based at Stopford House, with a minimum of two office days per week, contributing to Stockport’s ambitious development plans.