Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents, and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district with thriving market towns and attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC, we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
The Development Management team is looking for an exceptional individual to join us as a Development Management Officer. You’ll thrive in roles that demand both individual responsibility and collaboration with multiple teams across the council. The team currently delivers the council’s development management functions within Huntingdonshire District.
We recognize that our people are what make HDC great and value a healthy work–life balance. Our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely while also providing in-office collaboration opportunities across the district. You must be able to travel to Pathfinder House in Huntingdon (PE29 3TN) at least twice per week, with more frequent travel likely during onboarding.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Please note that Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and cannot provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or sponsor any role.
To apply for this position, please complete the application form.
The closing date is 12pm 5 September 2025. However, applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the vacancy may close early if suitable applications are received. Therefore, we encourage early application.
Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date, as some third-party sites may display different dates.
Working for the council
We value diversity of thought and aim to employ candidates from various backgrounds to foster innovation. We seek candidates looking for their next career opportunity and support staff in working in an environment that maintains high standards of work in an employee-led setting.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to our recruitment process. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone has equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all community sections and offer benefits such as flexitime to promote work-life balance.
#J-18808-Ljbffr