Group Managers - Planning

The Planning Policy Group Manager Lead on the delivery of two new Local Plans across the sub-region to drive economic growth and deliver against the Government's ambitious housing targets, whilst protecting important landscapes. Play a key role in the future strategic approach to flood management across the area, as well as leading on engagement with Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects. The Planning and Development Group Manager Lead all aspects of Development Management across the Partnership, delivering a modern, highly performing and customer-focussed service to support our growth ambitions. The Planning Enforcement Group Manager Lead a proactive planning enforcement service across the Partnership providing confidence in the planning system to our customers, as well as oversight of the licensing of caravans and the protection of trees. The Planning Support Group Manager Lead the key areas of technical support, performance management, systems review, finance and s106 monitoring.

As key members of the leadership team for the Partnership's Planning service you will be adept at decision making, a strong communicator, able to motivate teams and deliver change at pace., Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP) - a bold and ambitious partnership and the largest of its kind in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities across the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes. Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovative areas of work. These positions are shared roles within the SELCP and form part of the S113 agreement between the participating Councils in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement (1st October 2021). Whilst the posts are employed by South Holland District Council they will act on behalf of Boston Borough and East Lindsey District Councils also., The Council is committed to supporting applicants and employees with a disability or long-term health condition and has committed to be a Disability Confident employer. The Council is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment and has committed to the Age Friendly Employer and Menopause Workplace pledges as well as the Armed Forces Covenant. In signing these pledges the Council is affirming its support for colleagues.

As we look to the future, we are excited about the opportunities ahead. Our Partnership Planning Service is committed to driving positive change and making a lasting impact on our sub-region. We are recruiting for a new tier of Group Managers to lead the Partnership in the areas of: Planning Policy Planning & Development Planning Enforcement and Planning Support Depending upon the role, the salary ranges from: £51,992-£68,929 per annum You will play a key role in driving forward change across the Partnership in how services are delivered, as well as dealing with a wide variety of strategic and operational issues., We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where creativity and teamwork are highly valued. Our close-knit group of professionals work collaboratively, sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals. We believe in investing in our people, offering numerous opportunities for professional development, including training programs, workshops and mentorship. Our work has a direct impact on the community, from shaping local development to protecting the environment. We actively engage with residents, stakeholders, and partners to ensure that we meet the needs and aspirations of the community. As an employer we offer the following benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts Cycle to work scheme

• Flu Jabs Free Eye Test voucher Salary sacrifice car scheme Flexible Working Policy Agile Working Policy
• Car mileage reimbursement
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities Long Service Recognition
• Certain restrictions may apply