Assistant Director (Planning)Salary up to £82,129 per annumThe Borough of Welwyn Hatfield is committed to delivering good growth and we want you to be at the heart of it.Your ideas, innovative thinking and inspiring vision will help create stronger communities with a cleaner, more attractive environment and a better future for everyone – including you.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to lead our Planning service in the world’s second Garden City and a growing New Town. This is a unique role with scope to bring lasting change to a dynamic and exciting borough.Leading a successful team, we are looking at your expertise to provide strong leadership and building an environment where people can flourish.If you feel that you have the skills and experience to lead this area of our business in this new role, we would welcome your application.Potential candidates are advised to submit their application at the earliest opportunity as CVs will be reviewed upon submission.Should you wish to have an informal discussion on the role please contract Zayd Al-Jawad, on z.al-jawad@welhat.gov.uk.Closing date for applications is 6 April 2025.Assessments will be held on 14 April and interviews on 24 and 25 April 2025.