Senior Planning Team Lead – Large-Scale Developments

London Borough of Bexley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Bexley is seeking a Deputy Area Team Manager to support day-to-day planning team management and lead on a caseload of large-scale, complex applications. You will steer development management activities, mentor officers and contribute to the borough’s growth ambitions.

The role requires relevant planning qualifications and eligibility for RTPI membership, and offers a dynamic, supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Relevant planning qualifications and eligibility for RTPI membership.
• Substantial experience in development management and handling large-scale complex schemes.
• Experience leading and mentoring officers and determining applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day management of a team of planning officers.
• Lead on a caseload of large-scale and complex planning applications.
• Contribute to delivery of the Council's strategic priorities and growth ambitions.

Skills

RTPI eligibility

Development Management

People leadership

Mentoring officers

Education

Planning qualifications

Job description

London Borough of Bexley is seeking a Deputy Area Team Manager to support day-to-day planning team management and lead on a caseload of large-scale, complex applications. You will steer development management activities, mentor officers and contribute to the borough’s growth ambitions.

The role requires relevant planning qualifications and eligibility for RTPI membership, and offers a dynamic, supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.