Job Description
Planning Enforcement Team Leader
Pay Rate: £45–£50 per hour
Location: Service Area: Planning / Development Management
Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a highly experienced and professional Planning Enforcement Team Leader to manage and lead our Planning Enforcement team. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality, performance-focused services within our Planning Service.
Day-to-day of the role:
Leadership and Service Management
* Lead and motivate the Planning Enforcement team to meet service targets and performance standards.
* Develop and implement the Enforcement Plan and performance management systems.
* Support staff development and manage service improvements.
Enforcement and Case Management
* Manage major, complex enforcement cases, including unauthorised developments.
* Lead investigations, manage evidence, and prepare legal documentation.
* Represent the authority in legal proceedings and public inquiries.
Legal, Governance, and Compliance
* Ensure compliance with planning legislation and internal policies.
* Manage external consultants and advisors for enforcement cases.
* Maintain high standards of governance and compliance.
Advice, Reporting, and Representation
* Prepare and present reports on planning and enforcement matters.
* Provide expert advice at committee meetings and to various stakeholders.
* Represent the authority in external forums and legal settings.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Significant experience in planning enforcement within a public sector or regulatory environment.
* Proven leadership skills with experience in team management and performance enhancement.
* Strong knowledge of planning legislation and enforcement processes.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency in ICT and case management systems.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate of £45–£50.
* Opportunity to lead and shape a key team within the Planning Service.
* Engage in high-profile cases and make significant impacts on community planning.