Planning Development Manager

Are you ready to lead the development management service and shape sustainable growth across a thriving Essex district? Braintree District Council has an exciting Planning Development Manager opportunity!Location: Braintree, Essex, CM7 9HBSalary: 67,593 to 73,794 per annumJob Type: Full Time, PermanentClosing Date: 15th November 2026About Us:Braintree is an ambitious and dynamic Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach, which is led by our employees, and are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Our people see the difference they make and how the work they do actively contributes to and encourages positive change in the local community.Planning Development Manager - The Role:Working collaboratively with the Head of Planning, you will lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the Development Management Service. You will be responsible for service planning, performance, budgets and resources, ensuring statutory targets and legislative requirements are met ..... full job details .....