Executive Head of Service: Planning & Regulatory Services

We are looking for an experienced leader to join the Executive Leadership Team to deliver the strategic objectives of the Council's Corporate Strategy. What do I need to have? You must demonstrate strategic leadership and networking skills and in particular the leadership skills to manage change. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you would be responsible for leading the development and delivery of planning policy, planning development management, climate change initiatives, building control, environmental health, and licensing.

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Havant Borough Council serves over 125,000 residents, providing a range of critical services including Housing, Regeneration & Business, Planning Policy, Licensing, Bin Collections and Council Tax to residents and businesses. An award-winning authority, it is committed to address Wellbeing (the health of our communities), Pride in Place (creating a great place to live, work and enjoy) and Growth (building our future). In October 2023 Havant Borough Council received the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award in recognition of its outstanding support towards the Armed Forces community.

Nestled between the Solent coastline and the South Downs, working at the council provides an excellent work/life balance. Whether working from our excellent office facilities at the Public Service Plaza - conveniently situated within a few minutes' walk of a mainline train station, the bustling town centre and bus station - or making use of our generous flexible working policy, you'll find Havant Borough Council a great place to work. Be a part of something where you can not only make a great difference but enjoy a wider range of benefits including an excellent pension scheme, discounted gym membership and volunteer leave. What we can offer you A competitive salary, benefits, and support for your continuous professional development.

• £80,547 to £94,868 per annum
• Generous Leave Allowance
• Free Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working
• Family Friendly Packages