Development Management Manager; Team Leader

Development Management Manager (Team Leader)

Employer: Dacorum Borough Council

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: £55,936 to £58,342 per annum (Inclusive of London Fringe Weighting)

Closing date: 13 Mar 2026

Sector: Local Authority, Public sector

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Job Level: Manager, Team Leader

Specialism: Development Control, Other, Planning, Town Planning

: P223

Permanent Opportunity - Full time position (37 hours per week)

£55,936 to £58,342 per annum (Inclusive of London Fringe Weighting), plus £6,000 p.a. market forces supplement

Final date to receive applications: 13/03/2026

Due to a recent retirement, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced DM Manager (Team Leader) to manage and inspire our team of planning officers. You will lead the delivery of large-scale and/or complex development projects that shape the long-term vision of Dacorum, ensuring they align with our council's goals for sustainable growth and community wellbeing.

• Lead delivery of large-scale and/or complex development projects.
• Manage and inspire a team of planning officers.
• Ensure projects align with council's goals for sustainable growth and community wellbeing.

• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to training and development opportunities.

• Valid UK driving licence.
• Disclosure and Barring Service check.

For an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about Dacorum Borough Council's ambition, please contact Philip Stanley - Head of Development Management (p).

To apply please click on the 'apply button'. The closing date for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details at the top of this advert.

Interviews will take place w/c 16th March 2026.