Stroud District is one of the most distinctive and inspiring places to plan for. Half the district sits within a National Landscape, with over 3,000 listed buildings and internationally important wildlife sites. If you want to work somewhere where planning truly shapes place, this is it. We’re looking for a proactive and motivated Development Team Manager to lead our Development Management area teams and Planning Enforcement team. You’ll influence service improvement, develop your leadership style, and help guide planning across a district with exceptional environmental and heritage value. What You’ll Be Doing Reporting to the Chief Planning Officer, you will: ✅ Lead and support Development Management and Enforcement teams ✅ Ensure high‑quality, timely planning decisions ✅ Provide pre‑application advice and contribute to policy/Local Plan work ✅ Work closely with Members, Parish/Town Councils and key stakeholders ✅ Present at Development Control Committee and Sites Inspection Panels ✅ Support planning appeals and customer queries ✅ Deputise for the Chief Planning Officer as needed Whether you’re an experienced Planning Manager or a Principal Planning Officer ready for your next career step, this is a rare opportunity to move into a key leadership role at a progressive, supportive local authority. For more details please view the full job with contact details for the Chief Planning Officer Griff Bunce