Planning, Economy and Culture Service Director who has a Town Planning degree, qualification or equivalent experience, up to date knowledge of Planning Law and Senior Level experience within the public, private or similar sector is required for a well-established organisation based in Wokingham, Berkshire. SALARY: £89,723 - £109,637 per annum Benefits LOCATION: Hybrid split between working from home and the office in Wokingham (RG40) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Planning, Economy and Culture Service Director who has a Town Planning degree, qualification or equivalent experience, up to date knowledge of Planning Law and Senior Level experience within the public, private or similar sector. As the Planning, Economy and Culture Service Director you will be responsible for leading and managing the Planning Policy, Infrastructure Delivery & projects, Strategic Development, Development Management, Economy & Culture, and Building Control Solutions teams to achieve the services objectives. Working as the Planning, Economy and Culture Service Director you will be a lead officer on the Creating Communities agenda working collaboratively and in partnership across the organisation and with external stakeholders, to deliver a joined-up approach to place making including the delivery of key major new communities. Overseeing the progression of the Local Plan to adoption will be one of your key achievements in the role as will continuing to provide an excellent development management service. As Planning, Economy and Culture Service Director you will be an enthusiastic leader, committed to the improvement and quality of services provided to residents. You will inspire change and support high developing teams that can challenge the status quo driving efficiencies where required. Your visible leadership will impact beyond individual service areas and organisational boundaries to create solutions, build relationships, and inspire ideas, strengthening credibility with partners, stakeholders and the wider community. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS A degree or equivalent in Town Planning, or equivalent experience Membership of Royal Town Planning Institute (or equivalent) or eligibility for membership Ability to innovate, develop and maintain successful working partnerships Ability to maintain focus on strategic and long-term issues Political acumen and the ability to manage the political interface effectively Excellent prioritising, delegation, time management, staff development and control skills In-depth and up to date knowledge of Planning law and other legislation, regulations and standards which impact on economic development and local government service delivery Proven track record of technical and management expertise across all or most areas of Planning including Policy, Infrastructure Delivery & Projects, Strategic Development, Development Management, Economy & Culture, and Building Control Solutions Experience of staff management Proven track record of working at a senior level in the public, private or similar sector and of successful stakeholder management and engagement Proven track record of successful budget management including the implementation of savings, income generation and efficiencies BENEFITS Generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline A range of local & lifestyle discounts Use of a free onsite gym Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes And much more APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P13148 Full-Time, Permanent Executive Director and Management Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Wokingham, Berkshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ ADZN1_UKTJ