Assistant Development Manager – Planning Leader

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

Job summary

A progressive local council in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced planning professional to join their Development Management team. This role involves leading high-profile planning matters, managing a caseload of applications, and contributing to service improvement. The ideal candidate will be a skilled negotiator, capable of collaborating with various stakeholders. The position offers competitive benefits, including 29 days of annual leave, health insurance after one year, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

29 Days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent Pension Scheme

Free Parking

Training and development opportunities

Payment of one professional membership per annum

Cycle to work and related discounts

Season ticket loan

Health insurance after 1 year

Dental insurance after 3 years

Qualifications

• Experience in leading high-profile planning matters.
• Ability to work collaboratively and handle stressful situations.
• Previous experience of exercising delegated authority is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in signing off delegated planning applications.
• Manage a caseload of large high-profile planning applications.
• Ensure quality of work meets the high standards required.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Team Management

Collaboration

Resilience

Job description

A progressive local council in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced planning professional to join their Development Management team. This role involves leading high-profile planning matters, managing a caseload of applications, and contributing to service improvement. The ideal candidate will be a skilled negotiator, capable of collaborating with various stakeholders. The position offers competitive benefits, including 29 days of annual leave, health insurance after one year, and opportunities for professional development.