Assistant Planner — Hybrid, Client-Facing Growth Role

Vivid Resourcing; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension (NEST)

On-site coffee shop

Company trips and social events

Salary reviews

Career progression

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing is seeking an Assistant Planner or Planner to join a fast-paced planning consultancy in a hybrid role based near Cheltenham. You will work on a varied portfolio, from householder extensions to larger development proposals, liaising with clients and local authorities.

The ideal candidate has town planning experience, a relevant degree, and is working toward RTPI membership. You will gain increasing responsibility and opportunities for professional development within a

Qualifications

• Experience in town planning at Assistant Planner or Planner level.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline.
• Working towards RTPI membership.
• Experience supporting or managing planning applications.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident dealing with clients, local authorities and external stakeholders.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage a varied workload.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced consultancy environment.
• Genuine interest in developing planning knowledge and taking on responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation, submission and management of planning applications across a varied portfolio.
• Assist with planning appraisals, reports and supporting documentation.
• Work on projects from residential extensions to larger development proposals.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and stakeholders.
• Attend meetings and represent the business professionally.
• Monitor planning applications and communicate with authorities.
• Support senior colleagues with project delivery and client advice.
• Build relations with clients and planning officers.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Town planning

Client liaison

Organisation

Communication

RTPI in progress

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related

Job description

Vivid Resourcing is seeking an Assistant Planner or Planner to join a fast-paced planning consultancy in a hybrid role based near Cheltenham. You will work on a varied portfolio, from householder extensions to larger development proposals, liaising with clients and local authorities.

The ideal candidate has town planning experience, a relevant degree, and is working toward RTPI membership. You will gain increasing responsibility and opportunities for professional development within a