Associate Planner

AndersElite; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent planning and design practice in the United Kingdom is looking for an Associate Planner with strong residential and mixed-use planning experience. The role involves managing projects, leading planning applications, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to shape sustainable communities. The ideal candidate should have experience in local authority or consultancy, possess strong project management skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including holiday leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days holiday + birthday holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Private Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance

Professional subscriptions

Employer Supported Volunteering Leave

Engaging social scene

Tailored CPD program

Modern, scenic office environment

Qualifications

• Experience in local authority or private sector consultancy with strong planning delivery experience.
• Ability to manage projects under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning applications for development projects.
• Conduct site assessments and provide guidance.
• Prepare reports, planning statements, and presentation materials.

Skills

Strong residential and mixed-use planning experience

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Chartered Member of the RTPI or working towards chartership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are recruiting an Associate Planner to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary planning and design practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong residential and mixed-use planning experience to work on exciting projects across urban regeneration, strategic planning, and development management.

About the Role
You will be part of a dynamic planning team, collaborating with colleagues across architectural, urban design, and heritage disciplines. You'll manage your own projects, while also supporting senior planners on larger, complex schemes. Your work will directly contribute to shaping vibrant, sustainable communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning applications and provide guidance on residential and mixed-use development projects.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to guide development at all stages of the planning process.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and pre-application advice.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including local authorities, developers, and community groups.
• Ensure compliance with planning laws, local plans, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare high-quality reports, planning statements, and presentation materials.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the team's professional development culture.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in a local authority or private sector consultancy, with strong residential and mixed-use planning delivery experience.
• Chartered Member of the RTPI or actively working towards chartership.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to balance independent project responsibility with collaborative team working.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 23 days holiday + birthday holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance
• Professional subscriptions
• Employer Supported Volunteering Leave
• Engaging social scene and strong team culture
• Tailored CPD program to support your career development
• Modern, scenic office environment

Apply Now
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your experience in residential and mixed-use planning delivery and how you can contribute to the development of the planning service.

This is an equal opportunities role, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.