Planning and Development Enforcement Team Leader

We're looking for an experienced Planning Enforcement Team Leader to join our busy Planning and Development Team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a proactive enforcement team, managing a varied caseload that includes complex enforcement matters across both urban and rural areas of the district. You'll have experience working within a planning enforcement team in a local planning authority, with a solid understanding of current planning and enforcement legislation and policy. A recognised planning qualification to degree level or comparable professional experience in another enforcement environment is required.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, able to prioritise workloads effectively, and confident in communicating with a wide range of people. You'll be motivated, resilient, and capable of working under pressure to meet challenging deadlines, while also being a team player. If you're someone who relishes a challenge, has the drive and enthusiasm to make a difference, and wants to play a key role in shaping the future of the district, this is a fantastic opportunity to take a proactive, solution-focused approach to enforcement and lead a team that's committed to delivering high standards.

 •          36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £41,771 - £46,142 plus car allowance of £960 per annum

•          Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

•          34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

•          Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer's contribution

•          Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

•          Continued training and development opportunities 

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Jenny Davies (Planning and Development Team Manager) at [email protected]  or 01530 454656, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers  

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected]  if you have any questions.

Closing Date: Sunday 26 October 2025