Head of Development Policy

£56,154 - £72,883

Permanent, Full-time (36.5 hours per week)

Location: 1 Lancaster Circus

Ref: BCC001021

The Head of Development Policy will oversee the development of strategic planning, economic, transport, and sustainability policies, strategies and plans to support the sustainable growth and regeneration of the City. The role will involve leading on the Duty to Cooperate, working with the West Midlands Combined Authority, Local Enterprise Partnerships, other regional partners, government agencies and a wide range of stakeholders involved in shaping the development of City and the region. You will need to hold a degree in planning or a related discipline, be a corporate member of the RTPI, and have extensive experience at a senior level with a proven track record of delivery of successful outcomes.

Excellent opportunities for ambitious individuals to develop their experience and progress their career within the largest local authority in England.

If you are passionate about delivering transformation change and securing the highest quality of development, we want to hear from you.

For informal enquiries about any of the roles please contact Ian MacLeod (ian.macleod@birmingham.gov.uk).

Closing Date Sunday15 September 2019

“Right to work in the UK documentation will be fully checked for all applicants. All non UK and non EU applicants are required to apply for a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council and must be approved by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) before any employment offer can be confirmed.”