https://jobs.co.uk/job/development-management-area-team-leader-matchtech--0ffc56db-633c-4c2e-9fbe-3157cfa4824b RSS feed for Development Management Area Team Leader at Matchtech. en-gb Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:40:18 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/development-management-area-team-leader-matchtech--0ffc56db-633c-4c2e-9fbe-3157cfa4824b https://jobs.co.uk/job/development-management-area-team-leader-matchtech--0ffc56db-633c-4c2e-9fbe-3157cfa4824b Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: London | Salary: £55.73/hour | Type: Contract | Our client is seeking a dedicated Development Management Area Team Leader to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves managing the development within the framework of current town planning and associated legislation, preparing reports, and making recommendations on applications. It also includes taking decisions on planning applications on behalf of the Chief Planner and supporting the management team to deliver a high-quality service. Key Responsibilities: Manage the Development Management team under the direction of the Head of Development Management to ensure consistency and efficient workload discharge. Highlight policy matters or issues to the Head of Development Management. Examine development applications and guide team members on appropriate actions, including organising screening meetings and negotiating with applicants. Represent the Chief Planner at Planning Committees and advise Members on planning policy matters. Act as an expert witness at Local inquiries on complex issues. Interpret, apply, and enforce current town planning and associated legislation. Assist in the supervision and instruction of other teams within the division. Decide on pl... Contract