Director of Planning and Economy
JOB_53256634696604Job type
PermanentLocation
Southend-on-SeaWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ExecutiveIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£104,464 (plus generous pension and benefits)Closing date
14 Jul 2025
Director of Planning and EconomySalary: £104,464 (plus generous pension and benefits)
Director of Planning and Economy
Salary: £104,464 (plus generous pension and benefits)
Salary: £104,464 (plus generous pension and benefits)
Southend-on-Sea is one of the UK’s newest cities and a place of ambition, growth, and opportunity. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Planning and Economy to lead a high-performing service at a pivotal time in our city’s development.
You will oversee a stable, permanent team of 48 FTEs, including four experienced direct reports. This is a collaborative and forward-thinking group, committed to excellence and to developing the next generation of planning and economic development professionals.
Our Economic Development team is well regarded and our Development Management Services are among the best performing nationally. We are proud of the standards we uphold. With the Local Plan in its final Regulation 18 consultation stage, your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the city’s future.
This is a fascinating time to join Southend-on-Sea City Council. As a key player in the changes Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) will bring, we are looking for someone who can lead with confidence, inspire innovation, and help us seize the opportunities ahead.
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a city with energy and vision, we’d love to hear from you.
You will oversee a stable, permanent team of 48 FTEs, including four experienced direct reports. This is a collaborative and forward-thinking group, committed to excellence and to developing the next generation of planning and economic development professionals.
Our Economic Development team is well regarded and our Development Management Services are among the best performing nationally. We are proud of the standards we uphold. With the Local Plan in its final Regulation 18 consultation stage, your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the city’s future.
This is a fascinating time to join Southend-on-Sea City Council. As a key player in the changes Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) will bring, we are looking for someone who can lead with confidence, inspire innovation, and help us seize the opportunities ahead.
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a city with energy and vision, we’d love to hear from you.
For further information, please contact Simon Winspear at our recruitment partners Hays Executive on 07525 466 357 or simon.winspear@hays.com
Closing date: 23.55, Monday 14th July
Closing date: 23.55, Monday 14th July
Southend-on-Sea City Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in employment, and we welcome applications from all members of the community.
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