Strategic Planning & Development Manager (Hybrid)

Colchester Borough Council; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements available

Local government pension scheme

Learning and development for all

Job summary

Braintree District Council is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Planning Development Manager to provide strategic leadership for our Development Management Service. This senior role shapes an effective, accessible and high-performing service that supports sustainable development, delivers corporate priorities and provides clear, robust planning decisions for our communities.

Working with the Head of Planning, you will lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the Development

Qualifications

• Qualified with an appropriate degree relevant to the post and/or equivalent proven experience.
• Appropriate professional qualification.
• Ongoing commitment to CPD relevant to the role.
• Extensive knowledge of planning legislation.
• Experience managing planning applications and within Development Management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Development Management Service.
• Lead service planning, performance, budgets and resources.
• Ensure statutory targets and legislative requirements are met.
• Develop entrepreneurial use of fee income and capacity.
• Lead, motivate and develop teams in a political environment.

Skills

Development management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Public sector experience

CPD commitment

Education

Relevant degree

Professional qualification

Job description

Braintree District Council is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Planning Development Manager to provide strategic leadership for our Development Management Service. This senior role shapes an effective, accessible and high-performing service that supports sustainable development, delivers corporate priorities and provides clear, robust planning decisions for our communities.

Working with the Head of Planning, you will lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the Development