4Recruitment Services are seeking Senior Development Management Officer for our client based in North Northamptonshire. The client has a choice of 4 office hubs, in Kettering/Thrapston/Corby/Wellingborough. This role works across the functions of Planning Policy and Development Management and Enforcement. The post holder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Service. The post holder will be required to: To implement the policies and procedures of the Council with regard to the management of development. Ensure the timely processing of planning submissions and related activities such as appeals, in accordance with national and local performance targets. To investigate, assess and take appropriate action in respect of alleged breaches of planning control to safeguard the environmental quality and amenities of North Northamptonshire, and maintain public confidence in the planning system. DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Assisting in the validation of planning applications and other submissions. Dealing with a case load of some of the more significant planning applications, and/or alleged breaches of planning control, including the carrying out of site inspections, research, consultations and assessment of the case. Making appropriate recommendations in accordance with the policies of the Council under the direction of senior colleagues. Preparation of Committee reports on planning and other applications, to include ..... full job details .....