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Team Manager - Development Management

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Devon

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Job Title: Team Manager - Development Management (Planning)
 Location: Devon
 Contract Type: Temporary
 Duration: 13 April 2026 - 9 October 2026
 Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00)
 Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office
 Pay Rate: £65.00 per hour PAYE 
  
 The Role
 We are seeking an experienced Team Manager - Development Management (Planning) to lead a high-performing planning team within a local authority setting. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance, managing complex planning applications, and supporting strategic decision-making.
 You will lead a team of planning professionals, oversee major development projects, and act as a senior expert within Development Management. The role also includes deputising for senior leadership where required.
  
 Key Responsibilities
  
Lead, manage, and motivate a team of planning officers, ensuring effective workload allocation and performance delivery 
Act as case officer for major and high-profile planning applications 
Provide expert advice on complex planning matters including design, environmental issues, and development viability 
Ensure all decisions and recommendations comply with planning legislation and policy 
Contribute to strategic planning decisions and service improvements 
Represent the service at Planning Committees, public meetings, and appeals 
Work collaboratively with stakeholders including elected members, developers, and the public 
Support the preparation of Planning Committee agendas and reports  These responsibilities align with the core purpose of managing Development Management teams and delivering high-quality planning outcomes .
 About You
 To be successful in this role, you will have:
 Essential:
  
Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning 
Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) 
Significant experience in Development Management within a Local Authority 
Proven experience managing teams and delivering performance outcomes 
Strong knowledge of planning legislation and policy 
Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills  Desirable:
  
Management qualification (NVQ Level 4 or equivalent) 
Experience working on large-scale, complex planning projects 
Broader experience across planning disciplines  As highlighted in the person specification, strong leadership, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage complex workloads are critical to success in this role

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