2 Vacancies



The Royal Borough of Greenwich faces an unprecedented growth agenda in terms of its position in London, the strategic expectations of the Mayor and its pivotal role in City in the East. It is a significant growth hub where the expectation for delivery is high. It is an attractive borough, on the international map but not without its challenges.

Be part of Greenwich's vision to successfully accommodate a high level of sustainable growth, which will have a positive and enhancing impact on the existing environment and community. We are looking for key members of the team that will be instrumental in transforming the Borough and opportunities available for residents.



1 x Permanent (part time) 21 Hours a week

The Royal Borough is seeking a dynamic and motivated Development Management Planner with a broad range of experience that is looking to take a step into a role with management responsibility. Greenwich is one of London's high growth boroughs and this post in the Major Developments Team would suit a DM Planner with the capability to work on a range of applications of varying complexity including strategically important ones.

Professional


Prepare and present Committee reports for development proposals including major proposals of strategic importance, complex development issues, area development initiatives, or in areas of policy innovation.

Advise and make recommendations to the Major Applications Manager, Senior Managers and Members of the Council on matters relating to policy, regeneration and development issues associated with planning applications of significant importance.

Prepare statements, proofs of evidence for public inquiries and act as expert witness.

Prepare reports and make recommendations for decisions on planning applications to be determined by the Major Applications Manager, Chief Planning Officer or Director under delegated powers.

Lead negotiations on legal agreements associated with planning applications, in particular strategic applications, to ensure community benefits are secured and the Council's regeneration objectives are met.

Managerial
Assist in the management, and direction of the Major Developments Team including the co-ordination of work and setting of priorities.

Deputise for the Major Applications Manager when necessary.

Assist in the recruitment and training of staff, allocation of work, and help agree targets, monitor progress, assess and implement training programmes and generally develop and motivate staff to perform effectively.

Take an active part in the management of Development Planning and undertake projects or functions at the request of the Major Applications Manager and senior managers.



1 x Fixed Term (Housing - full-time ) 2 Years

The Royal Borough is developing a number of sites within its ownership predominantly for housing, and the planning team is looking for a Senior Principal Planning Officer to manage this process from pre-application discussions through to application submission and decision.

The position is within the Major Applications Team and the role would be supported by a dedicated planning officer whom the Senior Principal Planning Officer would be responsible for supervising to ensure a professional, cost-effective and high quality development management service is delivered.

You will be an experienced Development Management Planner; ideally you will have some experience of managing or mentoring staff. You must be able to form strong collaborative working relationships with a range of public and private sector stakeholders and have excellent writing skills. Ideally you will have presented to committees and have some experience with reviewing junior officers work. You will have a relevant professional qualification.

Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should there be a high volume of applications received.