Planner - Consultant

Lumeg Recruitment; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a planning consultant to manage various projects and support senior staff. This role offers considerable career progression opportunities in a flexible working environment. Applicants are expected to be degree-qualified, possess strong planning skills, and excel in communication.

Benefits

Bonuses

Discretionary EOT

Employee Ownership Trust

Private healthcare

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a relevant field with genuine interest in planning.
• Strong understanding of planning principles.
• Ability to be self-directed and cultivate good relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drafting reports and planning applications.
• Preparing planning appraisals of land and buildings.
• Liaising with planning officers and clients.

Skills

Problem-solver

Presentation skills

Technical writing

Creative thinking

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Applicants should be degree-qualified in a relevant field with a genuine interest and enthusiasm in planning.

• Strong understanding of the principles of planning
• A problem-solver
• Adept at presentations and technical writing
• Creative thinker

Team:

• 8-10 people
• Wide variety of experience
• Remote/Hybrid/Office based - Hybrid, 3 days in the office

Role reports to:

• Project Director for each project
• Coordinating other companies/consultants
• Ability to be self-directed
• Environmental impact assessment
• Assisting senior staff in driving large projects forward
• Undertaking research and analysis
• Preparing planning appraisals of land, buildings, and concepts
• Preparing planning reports and planning applications
• Liaising with planning officers, employees of consultees, and third parties
• Liaising and cultivating good relationships with clients, colleagues, and fellow professionals
• Developing creative and original solutions
• Taking responsibility for smaller projects from inception to completion
• Remaining informed about planning policy and practice documents
• Attending external events and delivering presentations

Hours:

9:00 am - 5:30 pm, 37.5 hours/week

Competitive salary, negotiable at interview stage

Targets:

Delivering work within client deadlines

Additional Benefits:

Bonuses, discretionary EOT, Employee Ownership Trust, first £3.5k private healthcare, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, pension scheme, salary sacrifice, Cycle to Work scheme

Interview Process:

Two stages: 1 - initial virtual interview via Teams with one of the directors; 2 - face-to-face interview with one or two directors

Description:

The role of planning consultant involves working on various projects, supporting senior staff, providing client advice, drafting reports and submissions, and managing caseloads. It offers a great opportunity for career progression, working on diverse projects for prestigious clients alongside top planning professionals. The company offers competitive salaries, bonuses, and benefits, and supports flexible working arrangements, including remote work and office presence in Chester and Manchester. They are committed to work-life balance and have recently become an Employee Ownership Trust, allowing staff to participate actively in the company's future and benefit from tax-free bonuses.