Team Manager (Development Management)

TN United Kingdom; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Team Manager for their Development Management team. This role offers the chance to lead a high-performing group, guiding planning officers through significant development projects while ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong planning knowledge, leadership skills, and a proven ability to negotiate effectively with developers. Join a supportive environment where your contributions can make a real impact on the community and help shape the future of the district. If you're passionate about planning and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in planning and team guidance.
• Proven track record in negotiating with developers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of planning officers and manage major applications.
• Coordinate the Council's approach to planning applications.

Skills

Planning Knowledge

Team Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Job description

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Client:

Bath and North East Somerset Council

Location:

Keynsham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.

About the Team

B&NES is a successful and diverse area containing not only the internationally renowned City of Bath which is a World Heritage Site, but also an extensive area of Green Belt, two AONBs, numerous Conservation Areas and an abundance of listed buildings and other heritage assets. All this makes the District a hugely attractive place to work, live and visit.

Given the government’s growth agenda the District is subject to significant development pressure that needs to be carefully planned for and managed. The Council has also declared climate and ecological emergencies. Within the context of the newly revised NPPF there will be additional challenges ahead and we seek to appoint a strong skilled leader to motivate support and guide a team of planning officers who have a range of experiences and be part of a team that will be working together to meet those challenges.

About the Role

Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES) Council is seeking to recruit a full time permanent Team Manager within the Development Management side of the Planning Service. This is a key post within the Planning Team and as such we are only seeking applications from the very best candidates with suitable experience and qualifications. The post provides an opportunity to work within a high performing Development Management team and to develop your career in a supportive working environment.

About You

The successful candidate needs to be a highly capable, enthusiastic and qualified planner, with significant experience of taking a lead role in guiding a team and members including acting as lead officer at planning committee and must have strong planning knowledge and skills. Candidates need to able to work effectively on their own initiative and within a positive team environment.

A track record of successfully negotiating with developers and experience of managing major applications is essential. Expectations will include co-ordinating the Councils approach to major applications.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Sarah James, Deputy Head of Planning Development Management, [emailprotected] or call 01225477577

Interview date: TBC

No Agencies Please.

About Bath & North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW

Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.

Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.