Having recently adopted the new local plan, the Council aims to tackle the key issues facing the district in order to meet the community's economic, environmental and social aims for the future of the area, particularly where this affects the development and use of land. 

Following a re-structure, we now require a forward thinking and creative Team Leader to work within the Development Management Team to facilitate growth within the District and to proactively and pragmatically determine applications for major developments, leading a team that will provide for sustainable development that meets the Councils priorities and aspirations.

You will be a fully qualified planner of chartered status (MRTPI) or equivalent with a relevant degree and substantial experience in planning practice and experience of dealing with a range of complex planning applications, an effective negotiator and resilient under pressure, you will be able to analyse complex situations and produce achievable solutions.

The Council offers a generous annual leave entitlement and flexible working hours together with payment of professional fees and excellent employee benefits.

Previous applicants need not apply