Senior Planning Enforcement & Compliance Lead

North Northamptonshire Council; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Kettering seeks an individual to support their planning functions. The role involves handling a complex caseload of alleged planning breaches and engaging with various stakeholders while providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience, a good understanding of the English Planning System, and the ability to communicate effectively. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave entitlements, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in regulatory enforcement.
• Good understanding of the English Planning System.
• Ability to communicate effectively and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of planning functions.
• Handle a varied caseload of planning control breaches.
• Engage with stakeholders and provide customer service.

Skills

Understanding of the English Planning System

Experience in an enforcement environment

Effective communication

Calmness in confrontational situations

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Job description

A local government authority in Kettering seeks an individual to support their planning functions. The role involves handling a complex caseload of alleged planning breaches and engaging with various stakeholders while providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience, a good understanding of the English Planning System, and the ability to communicate effectively. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave entitlements, and flexible working arrangements.