M272 Team Leader Development Management

Grade PO3 (SCP 37 – 40) £39,782 - £42,683 + Essential Car User Allowance

Charnwood is a vibrant borough, with council offices based in Loughborough, Leicestershire.  You can read all about us in our editorial as a featured local authority.  There is some really interesting development taking place in Charnwood.  Leicester City Football Club is creating a new state of the art training complex.  We have 2 sustainable urban extensions at advanced planning stage and a Science and Enterprise Park that is expanding.  There are lots of interesting projects to work on.

The Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, motivated and organised planning professional who is keen to make a significant contribution in leading the performance and achievements of our Development Management Team.  You will have significant experience of dealing with complex planning applications and appeals.  You will also have the ability to lead the team in the processing and determination of planning applications, as well as being able to progress a small case load of more complex proposals.

Who are we looking for?

You will need to be a team player with a positive approach, willing to contribute to the delivery of transformational change and continuous improvement to secure excellent customer service. In return, we will offer you plentiful and varied experience in a key role within our Development Management service.  The service is seeking to deliver the sustainable growth planned for in the adopted Charnwood Local Plan Core Strategy.

Key Benefits

• Flexible working
• Onsite parking
• Subsidised leisure facilities
• Town Centre & Train Station walking distance to office
• Leicester, Nottingham & Derby  less than 30 mins away

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted online via the Charnwood Borough Council website by clicking on the 'Apply Button'.  For an informal and confidential discussion, please call Raj Mistry on 01509 634753 or email rajen.mistry@charnwood.gov.uk .

Key dates

Closing date – 14^th August 2019

Interviews - 4^th September 2019