£49,817 to £53,051 per annum
Car User Allowance: £3,600 per annum
Hyndburn is an attractive area set in the heart of Pennine Lancashire, within easy reach of Manchester, the lakes and the Coast. The Borough, comprised of Accrington and the surrounding Market Towns, is currently experiencing unprecedented levels of regeneration which is delivering real and substantial improvements to the quality of life in the area.
Hyndburn Borough Council is a great place to work. Over recent years we’ve established an impressive reputation as a Council with a strong sense of direction and an enviable record for improving services and getting things done. We now have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team.
The Planning Manager (Development Management) will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery and ongoing improvement of our development management service, together with planning enforcement, and you will personally handle more complex planning applications.
The Planning Manager (Development Management) will be a highly motivated, qualified and experienced planner who will be expected to work with the Head of Planning and Transportation to ensure that the development management service is efficient, proactive and customer focussed. Strong communication skills, and the ability to effectively engage within the Council, with its residents, applicants, and elected members, are essential.
You should be a member of the RTPI with an excellent knowledge and experience of planning and development control. You should also be computer literate and understand development control IT systems, able to manage people and budgets, and also possess strong negotiation skills.
If you are passionate about delivering results as we are, and if you want a job where you can be part of a team that’s making a real difference, we’d like to hear from you.
Closing Date: 12 noon Thursday 17 September 2026
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Planning Manager (Development Management)
Company: Hyndburn Borough Council Salary: £48,226 to £51,356 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Accrington, BB5 0PF Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 3 Sept 2026 Closing date: 17 Sept 2026
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37 Hours per week
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Hyndburn Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and community impact. Employees benefit from job security in a permanent role, opportunities for personal growth, and the satisfaction of contributing to a cleaner environment. Working outdoors in a vibrant local area, staff enjoy a fulfilling experience while making a tangible difference in their community.
