Planning Policy Lead – Local Plan & Team

Oadby & Wigston; Oadby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Oadby is seeking a talented individual to lead their Planning Policy team. This permanent, full-time role involves managing Local Plan production and ensuring high local planning performance standards. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of planning matters and experience in team management. The role supports flexibility in working hours and is positioned in a beautiful office environment. The successful applicant will enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great holiday

Flexi-time

Generous local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Local Plan production is essential.
• Strong leadership skills are required for managing the team.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Planning Policy team in producing the Council’s Local Plan.
• Ensure high standards in local authority planning performance.
• Coordinate all associated elements of the planning process.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of planning matters

Team management experience

Confident communication

Job description

A local council in Oadby is seeking a talented individual to lead their Planning Policy team. This permanent, full-time role involves managing Local Plan production and ensuring high local planning performance standards. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of planning matters and experience in team management. The role supports flexibility in working hours and is positioned in a beautiful office environment. The successful applicant will enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including a generous pension scheme.