Forward Planning Team Lead - Hybrid, Local Growth & Net-Zero

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Tiverton; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid Devon District Council is seeking a Forward Planning Team Leader to drive local plan delivery over 30 months, leading a skilled Forward Planning team and advising senior officers. You will manage a complex budget, ensure compliance with national policy, and represent the Council in emerging Spatial Development Strategy discussions, with hybrid working from Tiverton.

A qualified town planner with strong leadership, project management and stakeholder engagement skills is required to shape

Qualifications

• Qualified town planner with significant experience in plan making.
• Strong track record of team leadership in a local authority.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the Forward Planning team.
• Deliver the local plan within 30 months.
• Oversee the budget and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide expert advice to senior officers and elected Members.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Town planning qualification

Job description

Mid Devon District Council is seeking a Forward Planning Team Leader to drive local plan delivery over 30 months, leading a skilled Forward Planning team and advising senior officers. You will manage a complex budget, ensure compliance with national policy, and represent the Council in emerging Spatial Development Strategy discussions, with hybrid working from Tiverton.

A qualified town planner with strong leadership, project management and stakeholder engagement skills is required to shape