Job Description

Job IntroductionAre you looking for a varied role that contributes to Lincolnshire's development?As one of the leading Minerals and Waste Planning Authorities in the East Midlands, we play a key role in shaping sustainable development across the region. Our ambition is to deliver efficient, high-quality, and responsive services that meet the needs of residents and businesses across Lincolnshire.We're looking for a highly motivated Planning Manager (Internally known as Applications Manager) to join our Planning Services team and lead the Council's planning applications and enforcement functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact, ensuring our planning services support growth while protecting Lincolnshire's natural, built, and historic environment.About the RoleReporting to the Head of Planning, you'll manage the Development Management function, including minerals, waste, and County Council developments (e.g., schools, highways, and fire stations). You'll lead on complex and controversial planning applications, enforcement issues, and major projects, ensuring legal compliance and professional excellence.Your expertise will be crucial in:

• Leading a team and driving service improvements
• Presenting planning applications to the Planning Committee
• Representing the Council at inquiries, hearings, and public meetings
• Managing performance, budgets, and risk in the applications process
• Supporting the development of minerals and waste policy and key infrastructure projects

About YouYou'll bring:

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Expertise in development management, presenting to Planning Committees, policies, and legal requirements
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities
• A passion for shaping Lincolnshire's future through sustainable planning

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of development in Lincolnshire. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!About Our OfferDiscover a career that comes with incredible benefits:

• Competitive Salary that matches your skills and expertise
• Green Book Local Government Terms
• Top-Tier Pension Scheme with up to 24% employer contributions
• Generous benefits like salary sacrifice for cars via

, plus discounts on amazing products and services across top brands with our partner * Work-Life Balance with a Full -Time 37-hour work week, flexible hours, and hybrid options

• Generous leave allowance - minimum 25 days leave to start, plus bank holidays, with the chance to buy more
• Free Financial Wellbeing Advice to support your future.

Join us for a fulfilling career that offers so much more than just a job!Further details can be found here:If this sounds like the role for you, then please read through the full , before clicking apply! If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click on over to .Applications will close on 28/04/25 and interviews will take place on 07/05/25For a confidential and informal discussion about the role please contact:Neil McBride - Head of Planning via emailBest of luck with your applicationA relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be foundPlease be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.A Smarter Working EmployerWe have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.Fluency DutyIn accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.Politically Restricted PositionUnder The Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009, this post has been identified as 'politically restricted'. Further information on the Council's Politically Restricted Posts Policy can be viewed .Attached documentsPlanning Manager

• Salary xc2xa350,788 - xc2xa358,188 + 20 % Market Supplement (xc2xa360,945 - xc2xa369,825)
• Frequency Annual
• Job Reference 1158/351
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 28 April, 2025
• Job Category Planning and Surveying
• Location Lincoln, United Kingdom
• Posted on 03 April, 2025

Lincolnshire County Council