Head of Growth and Development

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Update day: 07-05-2024

Location: Ormskirk North West

Category: Marketing / PR Sales

Industry: Construction Staffing Recruiting Government Administration

Position: Director

Job type: Full-time

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Your Key Responsibilities And Requirements Will Be

To deliver the Council’s strategic aims and objectives for Growth and Development Services which support, create and enhance economic opportunities and town centre regeneration for the benefit of all sections of the West Lancashire community and visitors to the area;
To lead and champion the Council’s Growth and Development Services, working closely with other Heads of Service to provide joined-up, cohesive Council services;
To lead on the overall delivery of the Council’s Economic Development Strategy and also be responsible for the achievement of outcomes within the service’s remit.
To be a member of Corporate Management team and act as a deputy for the Corporate Director of Place and Community, being responsible for the service in their absence.

Key Objectives

To lead on the development and implementation of the Council’s Economic Development strategy and Local Plan, building strong internal links with other Heads of Service and developing external partnerships, for the benefit of the people of West Lancashire and visitors to the area.
To have lead strategic responsibility for the Council’s strategic planning, development management, heritage, building control and technical functions and to consider transport policy matters.
To take a lead role in ensuring that the Borough’s town centres remain vibrant and are regenerated appropriately, including leading for the Council on the Ormskirk Town Centre Strategy and Skelmersdale Town Centre Vision
To take the lead role, supported by officers in the Communications and Engagement team, in developing new investment prospects for the area and actively building strong business networks.
To take a lead role in championing the Council’s approach to place based opportunities, maximising the use of Council assets.
To drive a culture of commercial development, improvement, performance management, innovation and customer service excellence across Growth and Development Services and through its partners.

Experience

Educated to at least degree level (preferably in Town and Country Planning)
Relevant professional qualification (Membership of RTPI) Management qualification or equivalent experience
Evidence of continuing professional development An in-depth knowledge and understanding of at least one of the main services within the post holder’s remit (planning, building control, growth and regeneration).
A thorough understanding of the Local Government operating environment and a commitment to the principles of public service

If you wish to apply for this role then please respond with your CV.

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