Planning Technical Support Lead

South Holland; Horncastle; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England seeks a Technical Support Lead to guide the Planning Support Team, ensuring high standards of service delivery and compliance with regulations. This position involves leadership, managing planning application systems, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have experience in a technical role and strong communication skills. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and opportunities for professional growth, making it a rewarding opportunity to impact the community.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution

Free Eye Test voucher

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Agile Working Policy

Long service recognition

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or regulatory role, ideally within local government.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of managing and inspiring a team.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a dedicated team in Planning Support.
• Oversee planning application systems and ensure compliance.
• Provide expert technical support across Planning Services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Technical expertise

Data interpretation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Do you have strong technical experience and are ready to take the next step into a leadership role? East Lindsey District Council is seeking a Technical Support Lead to manage and motivate our Planning Support Team, ensuring exceptional service delivery and compliance with legislative requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a dedicated team, driving continuous improvement and high standards of Planning Support.
• Oversee planning application systems, ensuring performance targets are met and legislative requirements applied.
• Provide expert technical and administrative support across Planning Services, including managing processes for applications, appeals and enquiries.
• Represent the department on corporate projects and liaise with Councillors, senior managers, and external partners.
• Play a key part in our Partnership journey to align systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or regulatory role, ideally within local government, or similar environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage, train, and inspire a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex legislation and data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of data protection regulations.
• Supervisory experience in a multi-skilled office environment.
• Understanding of planning services and development management.

Why join us?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and improving our planning support services. We offer a hybrid working arrangement, ongoing training, and the chance to make a real impact in your community.

Contact

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Rachael Leggett on [e-mail].

Benefits

We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
• Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy*
• Long service recognition
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities

*Certain restrictions may apply

We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.

About Us

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.