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Head of Housing & Planning

Come and join our progressive Council...Be part of our energetic management team.

With resident satisfaction levels amongst the best in the country and our employees voting us one of the best places to work, Wychavon has long been known as a place of innovation and success.

We have a rare vacancy in our Senior Management Team and need someone who is motivated by success, will inspire others and push us to keep improving.

As a motivating and inspiring leader, you'll ideally have a professional background in planning or housing. You'll need to deliver excellent services that really improve lives. You will be expected to work positively with developers, partners, local communities and Members to ensure our planning and housing priorities are developed.

We're currently working on a development plan with our South Worcestershire neighbours which will provide challenges and opportunities for residents and businesses. With our innovations in the New Homes Bonus and the opportunities of localism we need someone special to deliver all this and a lot more.

To apply visit our website.

Closing date 30 December 2011. Interviews 30/31 January 2012.

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