Lead Planning Advisor — Heritage & Policy

National Trust; Ballynahinch; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme up to 10%

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Discounts for gym memberships and shopping

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Job summary

A heritage conservation organization is seeking a lead planner to support planning matters across Northern Ireland. This role involves providing expert advice on local spatial planning and tackling planning challenges related to infrastructure and development of sites. The ideal candidate will have significant knowledge of the Northern Ireland Planning Act and a chartered Town Planner qualification. The organization offers a hybrid working model with a competitive benefits package, emphasizing an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Significant practical knowledge of regional planning context.
• Experience in major infrastructure, transport planning, or policy development.
• Understanding of current land use and planning legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning matters across Northern Ireland and provide expert advice.
• Influence major external infrastructure and third-party projects.
• Ensure sustainable development of National Trust sites.

Skills

Knowledge of Northern Ireland Planning Act

Planning expertise (urban or rural)

Analytical and resolution skills on planning issues

Strong communication and relationship building

Education

Chartered Town Planner qualification

Job description

A heritage conservation organization is seeking a lead planner to support planning matters across Northern Ireland. This role involves providing expert advice on local spatial planning and tackling planning challenges related to infrastructure and development of sites. The ideal candidate will have significant knowledge of the Northern Ireland Planning Act and a chartered Town Planner qualification. The organization offers a hybrid working model with a competitive benefits package, emphasizing an inclusive culture.