Development Management Team Leader (Planning)

Development Management Team Leader (Planning)

Full-Time 50000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Lynx Employment Services

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team of Planning Officers and manage strategic planning applications.
  • Company: Local Authority Planning Service in Doncaster, focused on economic growth.
  • Benefits: Competitive daily rate, Monday to Friday schedule, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Maternity cover role until March 2027 with potential for career advancement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable development and support your community.
  • Qualifications: Experience in planning and team leadership required.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.

Doncaster, South Yorkshire (DN1) Until March 2027 Monday to Friday | 9:00am 5:00pm £227.34 per day (PAYE) Lynx Employment Services are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Development Management Team Leader (Planning) to provide maternity cover within a busy Local Authority Planning Service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to lead a team of Planning Officers while managing a small portfolio of strategic planning applications. You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, legally robust planning service, supporting economic growth and sustainable development across the borough.

The Role

You will lead and support a team of Principal, Senior and Planning Officers, ensuring planning applications are processed efficiently, performance targets are achieved, and high professional standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, supervise and develop a team of Development Management Officers.
  • Determine complex and strategic planning applications under delegated powers.
  • Provide expert planning advice to Members, stakeholders, developers and the public.
  • Manage Planning Committee reports and support committee processes.
  • Oversee planning appeals, including Written Representations, Hearings and Public Inquiries.

Development Management Team Leader (Planning) employer: Lynx Employment Services

As a leading Local Authority Planning Service in Doncaster, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture that empowers our employees to excel. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to delivering high-quality planning services, we offer our team members the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on sustainable growth within the community. Join us for a rewarding career where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will help shape the future of our borough.

Lynx Employment Services

Contact Details:

Lynx Employment Services Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Development Management Team Leader (Planning)

Leadership Skills
Team Management
Strategic Planning
Planning Application Processing
Expert Planning Advice
Report Writing
Stakeholder Engagement