Hybrid Planning Policy Consultant

Purchaseyourfreedom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a consultant planner to work on planning policy projects across London, Bristol, Leeds or Manchester with a flexible hybrid working model.

You will join a multidisciplinary Planning Practice, delivering policy strategy, local plan evidence studies and client engagement while coordinating with authorities and other stakeholders. Prior experience in consultancy or public sector planning is preferred.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience contributing to planning policy and strategy development in consultancy or public sector.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research and analysis for planning policy projects.
• Assist on policy development, including local authority policy and strategy studies.
• Help formulate strategic planning advice for clients and internal teams.
• Develop and manage relationships with clients, local authorities and stakeholders.
• Share technical knowledge and excellence.
• Assist Project Managers to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams for seamless execution.
• Uphold quality assurance and health and safety principles.
• Contribute to business development strategies and tender preparation.

Skills

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Initiative

Working under pressure

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

RTPI membership or working towards

Job description

AECOM is seeking a consultant planner to work on planning policy projects across London, Bristol, Leeds or Manchester with a flexible hybrid working model.

You will join a multidisciplinary Planning Practice, delivering policy strategy, local plan evidence studies and client engagement while coordinating with authorities and other stakeholders. Prior experience in consultancy or public sector planning is preferred.