Development Management Lead - Flexible Hours

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Interview expenses

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council in Kirkwall is seeking a Service Manager, Development Management to lead the development management team and drive delivery of a wide range of planning applications. The role is based at Council Offices, Kirkwall, with a Monday–Friday 9am–5pm pattern and options for flexible working where possible.

The post reports to the Head of Planning and Regulatory Services and carries a generous salary of £62,908–£68,529 per year, with relocation support and interview expenses.

Qualifications

• The must-have qualification, experience and skills are detailed in the attached job profile.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development management team to deliver decisions on a complex caseload.
• Manage around 500–600 applications per year including major and national developments, listed buildings and harbour works licences.

Job description

Orkney Islands Council in Kirkwall is seeking a Service Manager, Development Management to lead the development management team and drive delivery of a wide range of planning applications. The role is based at Council Offices, Kirkwall, with a Monday–Friday 9am–5pm pattern and options for flexible working where possible.

The post reports to the Head of Planning and Regulatory Services and carries a generous salary of £62,908–£68,529 per year, with relocation support and interview expenses.