Leeds City Council

Join Team Leeds, building a better future for everyone in our city. 🔹 Chief Planning Officer (£112,369 to £123,394 pa) 🔹 Leeds is a thriving hub of innovation, investment and inclusive growth and as our Chief Planning Officer you will shape a sustainable future for people and place, the economy and the environment. This is a pivotal leadership role within the council, offering an exciting opportunity for a senior planning professional to deliver at scale for our city and our communities. Working with key partners at local, regional and national level, you will drive a collective vision for Leeds as a dynamic, attractive place to live, work and invest, now and for the long term. We’re looking for someone who brings: - proven leadership experience in planning, with expert knowledge of relevant legislation and policy frameworks - deep political and commercial acumen supporting sound decision-making - credibility and influence with a strong track record of successful cross-sector partnerships - strategic insight into inclusive growth, planning and sustainable development We’re offering a permanent, full-time role and: - a competitive salary and annual leave allowance - pension scheme with generous employer contributions and AVC options - flexible and hybrid working in a supportive workplace - professional growth within a culture of excellence and innovation - lifestyle and wellbeing benefits Applications close on Sunday 9 November. For further information and how to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/e8gyByjx #TeamLeeds #PlanningJobs #UrbanDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #PublicSectorLeadership #LocalGovJobs

If you're passionate about making Leeds the best city for children to grow up in, we want to hear from you.

Boost your environmental, social, and governance goals with Green Team Away Days. Looking for a way to energise your team while advancing your company’s environmental and social goals? Leeds City Council’s Green Team Away Days offer businesses in Leeds the chance to get outdoors, connect with nature, and make a real impact on our city’s parks and green spaces. ✅ Support local environmental projects ✅ Strengthen team wellbeing and cohesion ✅ Demonstrate your commitment to community and sustainability Sign up to our seasonal newsletter to stay informed, book opportunities, and help grow a greener Leeds: https://orlo.uk/EUj38 If you have any questions you can also email us: [email protected] Let’s grow a better Leeds — together. #ESG #CSR #TeamBuilding #Sustainability #Leeds #GreenSpaces

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To finish the week, we're putting the final spotlight on our fourth ambition - Resilient - Sustainable City. As a key part of the newly launched Leeds Ambitions, we're setting a powerful standard: to become the UK's first Net Zero and Nature Positive city. Positive change is already in motion across Leeds, driven by strong Team Leeds partnerships and shared action. Read more about projects like the Flood Alleviation Scheme and Leeds PIPEs in our article below. Mohammed Rafique Ed Whiting Dr Mariana Pexton James Rogers Polly Cook Gary Bartlett Leeds Climate Commission Environment Agency West Yorkshire Combined Authority Yorkshire Water Arup Network Rail AECOM Mott MacDonald BAM Nutall Vital Energi Utilities Limited

Live opportunities for Green Team Away Days are now available to book through February 2026! 🌳 Whether it’s tree planting, litter picking, or habitat restoration, these professionally facilitated days offer a hands-on way to support Leeds’ green spaces while boosting team morale and wellbeing. - All activities take place in Leeds - Fully risk-assessed and tailored to your team - Suitable for businesses of all sizes Browse and book your team’s place now via Leeds Ticket Hub - visit the link in the comments to book. Want something bespoke? Email: [email protected] Let’s build a better Leeds — together. #ESG #CSR #TeamAwayDays #LeedsBusiness #GreenSpaces #Sustainability #LeedsCityCouncil Polly Cook

Next in our series of spotlights on our Leeds Ambitions is 'Thriving: Strong Communities'. The ambition sets out that Leeds will be a welcoming, safe, and clean city where people have the power to make the changes that matter most to them. We know that the key to being a successful and diverse city is the well-being and strength of unique communities. There are plenty of inspiring initiatives and new ideas flourishing across Leeds, driven by powerful collaborations between people and organisations. Take a quick read of our latest article to find our more and how this work is such an important part of delivering on our Leeds Ambitions. Voluntary Action Leeds James Rogers Ed Whiting Dr Mariana Pexton

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen within Leeds Building Services.

We’re excited to share that funding has been confirmed for eight Leeds-based projects that will help people from a diverse range of communities and backgrounds to make the most of their business skills and ideas 🤝 The projects will see various organisations delivering training, mentoring and other support to new and established businesses as well as prospective entrepreneurs. This work, it is hoped, will drive growth and innovation by providing valuable insights into everything from financial literacy and marketing to AI tools and technological solutions to environmental issues. The knowledge-sharing projects are being backed by a new Enterprising and Thriving Grants Programme, managed locally by us and financed by UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Following a rigorous evaluation process, grants ranging from £25,000 to £36,000 have been awarded to Unity Property Services, Trust Leeds, Future Transformation, Come Play With Me, Startling, SHINE, Offploy.org, and FinTech North. To learn more about the grants programme and the successful applicants, visit the link in the comments 👇 #UKSharedProsperityFund #BusinessSupport #EconomicGrowth Jonathan Pryor

Have you booked your place at the Leeds Digital Careers Fair? The north’s biggest digital careers fair returns to the First Direct Arena on Tuesday 30 September. The event will see over 50 leading digital and technology companies from across the region, including this year’s sponsor, Bank of England, showcasing career opportunities and giving interactive demonstrations and talks to take your digital career to the next level. Some of the biggest names in tech will host a range of interactive sessions and talks covering topics such as ‘building an interactive app’, ‘using virtual reality for health and safety in construction’, ‘tips for getting hired in the tech sector’, and ‘jobseeker AI’ workshops. Find out more and book your ticket by visiting the link in the comments 👇