Development Management Team Lead - Strategic Planning & Growth

Northyorks; Selby; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Relocation assistance

One-off recruitment payment up to 10%

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Development Management Team Manager to lead the Planning Service and deliver high-quality planning solutions for North Yorkshire.

You will manage a high-performing team responsible for major applications and appeals, work with Members and external partners, and drive transformation and continuous improvement within the service. Hybrid working and generous leave and pension await the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and guidance.
• Significant experience managing complex planning cases and leading on major planning applications and appeals.
• Proven leadership experience with ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Experience working with elected Members and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Chartered membership of RTPI or equivalent.
• A relevant degree or post-graduate qualification in planning or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of planning professionals to deliver a proactive, customer-focused service.
• Oversee complex and high-profile planning applications and appeals.
• Support the Service Manager in improvement, transformation and cultural change.
• Oversee preparation and organisation of Planning Committees and represent the service at meetings.
• Manage negotiation of community benefits via section 106 and CIL payments.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Team development

Policy interpretation

Education

Degree in planning or related field

Chartered RTPI member

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Development Management Team Manager to lead the Planning Service and deliver high-quality planning solutions for North Yorkshire.

You will manage a high-performing team responsible for major applications and appeals, work with Members and external partners, and drive transformation and continuous improvement within the service. Hybrid working and generous leave and pension await the successful candidate.