As Development Management & Enforcement Manager, you will lead the teams responsible for major applications, strategic sites and enforcement activity, ensuring an efficient, high-quality and customer-focused service. Working with senior officers and elected Members, you will also drive innovation and service improvement. You will:
- Lead and support Development Management and Planning Enforcement teams to deliver excellent outcomes.
- Oversee major planning applications and strategic developments that contribute to the district's growth ambitions.
- Help shape service improvements and modernisation initiatives, including digital innovation and new technologies.
- Build strong relationships with Members, communities, developers and stakeholders.
- Support the Assistant Director (Planning & Growth) in delivering strategic priorities and, where appropriate, deputise on key matters.
- Develop, coach and inspire a high-performing team
About You
- A professional planning qualification and RTPI membership, or eligibility.
- Significant Development Management experience, including complex applications.
- Experience leading projects, mentoring colleagues or supervising staff.
- Confidence working with Members, developers and senior stakeholders.
- A commitment to customer service and continuous improvement.
- Ambition, resilience and leadership potential.
Grow Your Leadership Career At South Kesteven, we develop future leaders and support experienced managers. You will gain:
- High-profile strategic projects and senior leadership experience.
- Experience of working directly with elected Members and senior officers
- Management, leadership and organisational development.
- Mentoring, training and support to build confidence.
- The opportunity to shape planning services across the district.
This is an opportunity to grow into senior management while leading a high-profile service that delivers tangible outcomes for South Kesteven's communities.
- Flexible, hybrid working to support work-life balance
- Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing with service
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- A strong focus on learning, development and career progression
- A low-cost healthcare plan
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- A range of health and wellbeing initiatives
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Development Management & Enforcement Manager employer: South Kesteven District Council
South Kesteven District Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and community engagement. Employees benefit from a permanent position with a focus on professional development, ensuring opportunities for growth within the council while making a meaningful impact in protecting local environments. Located in Grantham, the council provides a unique chance to contribute to the well-being of the community through dedicated environmental services.
Contact Details:
South Kesteven District Council Recruitment Team
