Development Management Team Leader (Workington) - CMB2484e

Job Summary
Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

Salary: £51,356 - £52,413 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week (part‐time hours may be considered)

Location: Allerdale House, Workington

Contract: Permanent

About the opportunity

Cumberland Council is looking for an experienced and motivated Development Management Team Leader to deliver a high‐quality planning service that supports regeneration, housing growth, environmental quality, and economic prosperity.

About the role

You'll lead a team of planning officers, oversee complex and high‐profile planning cases, and provide expert professional advice to applicants, Members, partners, and stakeholders. You'll ensure decisions are robust, timely, and aligned with policy, while driving service improvements and contributing to the delivery of the Cumberland Local Plan.

What you'll do

• Lead, coach, and develop a high‐performing Development Management team
• Manage complex planning applications, appeals, and enforcement matters
• Represent the Council at planning committees, hearings, and inquiries
• Provide clear, consistent advice to customers, Members, and partners
• Support policy development, service improvements, and corporate priorities
• Ensure quality assurance, risk management, and effective budget oversight

About you

• Degree in planning or related discipline
• Chartered membership of RTPI or equivalent
• Strong leadership and staff management experience
• Extensive Development Management experience, including work with major developers
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report‐writing skills
• Confident representing the authority in formal or legal settings
• Effective budget and performance management capability

Guaranteed Interviews

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets)

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer, providing opportunities for everyone to thrive. xgikmsk

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and try our best to accommodate your needs.

Closing date

Sunday 14th June 2026