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Here at Oxfordshire County Council, we're driven by a set of core values that shape everything we do: Always Learning, Be Kind and Care, Equality and Integrity in All We Do, Taking Responsibility, and Daring to Do It Differently. These values aren't just words on a page; they're the principles that guide our work and foster a supportive and ambitious environment for our teams.
Within our Regulatory Planning and Enforcement service area, part of the wider Economy and Place directorate, the Transport Development Management Team are committed to delivering sustainable development that aligns with both national and local policies, ultimately contributing to the Council's key priorities and the creation of thriving communities. We believe in collaboration, continuous improvement, and looking forward with analysis and evidence to inform our plans and deliver effective services for our residents.
About the Role
The post of Infrastructure Negotiation Team Leader is a key role at Oxfordshire County Council where you will lead a Team of negotiators to secure in a Section 106 legal agreement the financial and non-financial obligations that will be used to put in place the identified mitigation required to address the impact of new development, ensuring they are compliant with Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations.
Your role will require you to lead the team on negotiating the terms of Section 106 legal agreements in discussion with developers, the local planning authority and other interested parties. You will ensure your team provide professional advice on Section 106 matters throughout the development cycle, from the local planning stage through to pre-application discussions to the drafting and completion of legal agreements. This work will include strategic and complex development sites and represent the Council at planning appeals.
The job entails dealing effectively with a range of stakeholders working collaboratively with colleagues across county services and externally, working pro-actively with local planning authorities and developers and landowners. You will support the Transport Development Manager in cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with crucial stakeholders, including district councils, developers, and members, fostering a shared understanding of county-wide needs and aspirations through regular collaboration.
About you
A strong, dynamic manager, you will be an experienced professional with a passion for sustainable infrastructure planning and delivery with a focus on fostering strong partnerships. You will demonstrate outstanding communication and management skills, employing excellent judgement and ability to navigate complex and sensitive situations effectively. With a comprehensive knowledge of local and national planning procedures and highway legislation you will provide support and guidance to your team, promoting officer development. With a focus upon continual improvement, you will have a passion for doing things differently and will bring this to bear in your role as Team Leader.
Rewards and benefits
Interested in this opportunity? Click through to our careers site to learn more and submit your application today!
If you’d like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Jason Sherwood at Jason.Sherwood@Oxfordshire.gov.uk or Michael Deadman at Michael.Deadman@Oxfordshire.gov.uk