Assistant Director of Regulatory Services
Location: County Hall, Matlock/Hybrid
Reference: JOB/26/01541
Salary: Grade 16 £71,202 - £77,495 per annum
Job term: Full Time
Appointment type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 07 June 2026
About the Role
As the Assistant Director of Regulatory Services you will:
* Provide leadership and management to Planning, Highways (development control) and Trading Standards services, ensuring all statutory, regulation and compliance requirements are met and that place outcomes are achieved.
* Be responsible for delivering a connected but distinct range of services that impact the quality of place and of people’s lives.
* Work with developers, local businesses, local authorities and Government agencies to achieve the Council’s regeneration ambitions.
* Operate as a key member of the Economy and Regeneration Service Management Team, driving delivery, transformation, performance improvement and best value, including supporting the Council’s journey towards local government reorganisation.
Who we are looking for
* An experienced and credible leader with acute management skills.
* A strategic thinker who can translate policy into deliverable action.
* Ability to influence and collaborate with a range of external agencies to secure the best outcomes for local residents and businesses.
* Expert knowledge of at least one of the service areas.
* An evidenced track record of delivering high performing services, managing change and achieving results.
* Strong financial acumen and experience of managing complex budgets, including external grants.
* Political acumen and experience of working effectively with elected members.
This opportunity would particularly suit
* Individuals looking to gain or strengthen their experience at assistant director level.
* Those who wish to broaden and deepen their management and leadership skills.
* Individuals who want to support the organisation through a period of transition.
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