At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead planning policy and infrastructure projects to shape Redbridge's future.
- Company: Join a dynamic borough committed to sustainable growth and community development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity in a diverse, ambitious borough with excellent growth potential.
- Why this job: Shape a greener, inclusive future while advancing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree, significant planning experience, and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 58461 - 61653 £ per year.
Ilford, North East London/Hybrid
£58,461 - £61,653
2 Years Fixed Term (with a view to extend for a further year) - Full time
Redbridge is a borough on the move. Ambitious, diverse and forward-thinking, we are delivering sustainable growth, investing in infrastructure and creating great places for people to live, work and thrive.
Located in north-east London, with central London just 15 minutes away via the Elizabeth Line, Redbridge offers the best of both worlds: vibrant urban communities, outstanding parks and open spaces, and excellent schools. Home to over 310,000 residents, we are proud to be one of London's most diverse boroughs and a UNICEF-recognised Child Friendly Borough, committed to putting children and young people at the heart of everything we do.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to lead on planning policy and infrastructure delivery projects that will shape the borough's future. You will play a key role in delivering our ambitious growth agenda, including the preparation of the new Redbridge Local Plan, securing infrastructure investment and creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
Whether you are already operating at Team Leader level or are an ambitious Principal Planner, Senior Planner or Deputy Team Leader ready to take the next step in your career, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership experience whilst helping shape one of London's most exciting growth boroughs.
About You
- A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification.
- Significant experience in planning or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of planning policy, plan-making and infrastructure delivery.
- Experience managing projects, consultants and partnerships.
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Understanding of local government finance and developer contributions.
Why Redbridge?
Join a borough with ambition, purpose and opportunity. This is your chance to help shape a greener, more inclusive and child-friendly future for one of London's most exciting places, while developing your own leadership career in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
Closing date: 21 August 2026
Spatial Planning Team Leader in Ilford employer: The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited
As a leading employer in the planning sector, we offer our employees the flexibility of remote working while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping communities in South East England. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact on large-scale planning applications. Join us to be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your contributions help drive sustainable development.
Contact Details:
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