Head of Service – Planning & Growth (Flexible Working)

Wrexham County Borough Council

Wrexham

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 56,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Generous annual leave (up to 32 days)
Family-friendly policies
Work-life balance and flexi time
Wrexham Reward Scheme
Health & wellbeing resources

Job summary

Wrexham County Borough Council invites an experienced Town Planning professional to join the Economy and Planning Department as part of the Senior Management Team. The post emphasizes leading a skilled team, guiding service improvements, and delivering policy-compliant advice to senior officers and councillors.

The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, and the council recognises the value of bilingual skills (English and Welsh).

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership qualities
  • Experience in town planning
  • Ability to advise senior officers and councillors

Responsibilities

  • Manage and motivate a skilled planning team
  • Ensure compliance with national policy and standards
  • Provide expert advice to senior Officers, Councillors and stakeholders

Job description

Wrexham County Borough Council invites an experienced Town Planning professional to join the Economy and Planning Department as part of the Senior Management Team. The post emphasizes leading a skilled team, guiding service improvements, and delivering policy-compliant advice to senior officers and councillors.

The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, and the council recognises the value of bilingual skills (English and Welsh).

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