Principal Infrastructure and Delivery & S106 OfficerCouncil

We're looking for an experienced planning professional to lead on infrastructure planning and delivery across the borough. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting sustainable growth, influencing major development projects and helping to deliver thriving communities.

As Principal Infrastructure and Delivery Officer, you'll lead the Council's approach to infrastructure funding and delivery, oversee CIL and Section 106 contributions, negotiate on strategic development schemes and manage a small professional team. Working closely with developers, infrastructure providers, elected Members and partner organisations, you'll help turn plans into reality.

We're seeking a proactive and commercially aware planning professional with experience of complex development or infrastructure projects, strong stakeholder management skills and a passion for delivering positive outcomes. In return, you'll enjoy the opportunity to influence major projects, develop your career and make a lasting impact on Hertsmere's communities.

The post is offered on a permanent, full time basis (36 hours per week).

Benefits include:

27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays

£1,000 retention payment

Local government pension scheme

Flexi-Leave - accrue extra hours & exchange for up to 2 days leave per month

Free gym membership

Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)

Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)

Employee Assistance Programme

The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work up to three days per week from home.

Closing date: Friday 2nd October 2026, 10am

Please note: this vacancy may close early depending on the volume of suitable applications received, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

No Agencies – Direct Applications Only

Position type: Full Time