Brentwood Borough Council serves a thriving area of South Essex, combining a busy, well‑connected town with attractive villages, green spaces and a strong local economy. The borough sits at the heart of the A12 corridor, with excellent transport links into London and across the East of England, making it a popular place to live, work and invest.
The council delivers a wide range of essential services for residents, businesses and communities - including housing, environmental health, planning, waste and recycling, customer services, community safety, economic development, finance, digital transformation and corporate support. Brentwood is known for its strong partnership working, high‑quality public services and commitment to supporting sustainable growth across the borough.
Major regeneration programmes continue to shape Brentwood’s future, with investment in new homes, infrastructure, public realm improvements and town‑centre revitalisation. The council works closely with Rochford District Council through a shared services partnership, strengthening resilience, improving efficiency and enhancing service delivery across both authorities.
Brentwood Borough Council promotes a positive, inclusive and forward‑thinking working culture. Staff benefit from flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on local communities. With a focus on innovation, customer experience and long‑term community wellbeing, Brentwood remains committed to delivering high‑quality services and supporting a vibrant, successful borough.
Brentwood is at an exciting and transformative stage in its growth journey, with ambitious plans to deliver new high-quality residential neighbourhoods, vibrant retail and business opportunities and a flagship Garden Village, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to play a key role in shaping the future of the Borough. This is a unique opportunity for a confident and forward-thinking planning professional to help deliver one of the most significant growth programmes in the region, while leading and developing a talented team of Development Management officers.