Development Management Team Leader (Planning)

Development Management Team Leader (Planning)About the RolePay rate: 300 per dayLocation: Civic Offices, DN1 3BUHours: 9am to 5pm, 7.5 hours per day.We are seeking an experienced Planning Team Leader to manage a sub-team of Planning Officers within our client''s Development Management service.You will support senior management in delivering planning objectives by leading on major and strategic applications, providing expert planning advice, and ensuring high-quality, consistent and legally robust decisions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage a team of Development Management Officers.Determine major and strategic planning applications under delegated authority.Provide pre-application advice on significant developments.Oversee planning enforcement decisions with senior colleagues.Ensure high-quality Planning Committee reports and support committee processes.Manage planning appeals, including Written Representations, Hearings and Public Inquiries.Monitor team performance and drive service improvements.Handle complaints and support Ombudsman investigations.Respond to planning policy consultations and represent the Council''s interests.Undertake site visits, including strategic development opportunities.About YouYou will have:A degree in Planning (or equivalent) and RTPI membership (or working towards).Significant local authority planning experience, including major applications or policy work.Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.Strong knowledge of planning ..... full job details .....