Senior Development Management Lead for Regeneration

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Casual car user allowance

Job summary

Mansfield District Council is seeking a Principal Development Management Officer to lead on major and high-profile planning applications across the district. You’ll guide developers and stakeholders, ensure sustainable growth aligns with the Local Plan, and help shape Mansfield’s future.

You’ll also support and develop a dedicated team, work with senior leaders to set strategic direction, and represent the council at committees and public forums.

Qualifications

• Qualified planner (or working towards chartered status).
• Experience in handling complex planning applications.
• Ability to work with developers and stakeholders to deliver high quality schemes.
• Leadership experience to guide a team and shape strategic direction.

Responsibilities

• Leading on major and complex planning applications
• Working with developers, partners and stakeholders to bring forward high quality schemes
• Shaping sustainable growth in line with Local Plan and regeneration priorities
• Supporting and developing a skilled and motivated team
• Contributing to strategic planning decisions and long term place shaping
• Representing the council at committees, inquiries and public forums where needed

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder negotiation

Strategic planning

Team development

Job description

Mansfield District Council is seeking a Principal Development Management Officer to lead on major and high-profile planning applications across the district. You’ll guide developers and stakeholders, ensure sustainable growth aligns with the Local Plan, and help shape Mansfield’s future.

You’ll also support and develop a dedicated team, work with senior leaders to set strategic direction, and represent the council at committees and public forums.