A client within the Public Sector based in Leicestershire is currently recruiting for a Planning Officer (Team Leader) to join their Planning and Development team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a Planning and Development environment.The RoleKey purpose of the role:To supervise the day-to-day work of Planning Officers and Senior Planning Officers within the Planning and Development team, manage major and complex planning applications, and support service improvements to ensure an efficient, customer-focused planning service.Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:• Carrying out duties under the Town and Country Planning Act and associated legislation• Supervising, allocating and reviewing the work of Planning Officers and Senior Planning Officers, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met• Assessing major and complex planning applications and preparing reports and recommendations• Preparing appeal statements and representing the Council at Hearings, Local Inquiries and in the Magistrates'' Court• Attending Planning Committee, public and liaison meetings (including those held outside normal office hours)The CandidateTo be considered for this role you will require:• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline• Membership of the RTPI (or eligibility for membership)• Significant experience dealing with ..... full job details .....