Assistant Planning Manager

Vistry Group PLC; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property developer in Warrington is seeking an Assistant Planning Manager to support a wide range of planning services. You will assist in preparing and submitting planning applications and liaising with clients and authorities. The ideal candidate holds a degree in a relevant field and possesses strong communication and analytical skills. This role offers a competitive salary, various employee benefits, and the opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary and annual bonus

Company car, car allowance or travel allowance

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary

Up to 39 days annual leave with service

Qualifications

• Behave in line with company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality.
• Working towards or interest in achieving RTPI chartership.
• Extensive previous experience in a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit minor planning applications.
• Conduct research and analysis on planning policy, land use, and development proposals.
• Monitor planning applications and deadlines.
• Attend site visits, public consultations, and planning committee meetings.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent research and analytical abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Proactive and detail-oriented problem-solving

Education

Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or related field

Job description

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Planning Manager to join our team within Vistry Manchester & Cheshire East, at our Warrington office. As our Assistant Planning Manager, you will support senior colleagues in delivering a wide range of planning services within the business. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic environment, working on both immediate and longer term projects.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let’s cut to the chase, what's in it for you…

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

Requirements

• Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field (RTPI accredited preferred)
• Working towards or interest in achieving RTPI chartership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solvingDesirable…

Desirable

• Extensive previous experience in a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority
• Familiarity with the UK planning system and development control processes

More about the Assistant Planning Manager role…

Assist in the preparation of planning appraisals

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit minor planning applications, including discharge of condition applications and non-material amendments
• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Conduct research and analysis on planning policy, land use, and development proposals
• Preparation of pre-application letters to support the land team
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
• Monitor planning applications and deadlines
• Support the preparation of development strategies and feasibility studies
• Attend site visits, public consultations, and planning committee meetings
• Stay updated on changes in planning legislation and policy

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award‑winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership‑led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five‑star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.