Planning Manager

• Planning-Manager-JD-September-2025

Closing date: Sunday 12 October 2025

Interview date: TBC

To apply, please click the ‘apply’ button above or send your CV and covering letter to hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk.

Winchester is steeped in history and this heritage is part of what makes our district such a special place to live, work and visit.

We are seeking a candidate to be responsible for a portfolio of services to be delivered across our planning team in development management. The post holder will demonstrate an empowering, open and engaging leadership style, working across the council to deliver the best outcomes for our communities. promoting the work of the Council and its reputation within their areas of responsibility.

The successful candidate must have a post-graduate degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent and be a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute and have extensive experience at a senior level with a proven track record of delivery of successful outcomes.

This position offers excellent opportunities for an ambitious individual to develop their experience and progress their planning career.

If you are passionate about delivering strong planning strategy and policies to secure the highest quality of development, we want to hear from you.

In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including

· Employer paid health cash plan

· Hybrid 50% office / 50% home working

· Cycle to Work and Car Benefit salary sacrifice schemes

· Competitive annual leave

· Flexible working arrangements

· 13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)

· Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave

· Free parking

· Casual car user allowance

· Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

· Discounted membership at the two leisure centres in the district

· Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme

· Employee retail and shopping discounts

· Season Ticket Loans

· Excellent working environment

· Support for continuous professional development

For further information about this post please contact Sarah Armstrong - Service Lead Built Environment 01962 848063. sarmstrong@winchester.gov.uk