Planner / Planning Lead

Simpson Booth Ltd; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing energy infrastructure firm in Liverpool City Region is seeking a Planning Team member. You will manage planning applications and engage with stakeholders to deliver energy projects. Ideal candidates have a degree in Town Planning, knowledge of UK regulations, and strong communication skills. This role offers a full-time hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) preferred.
• Experience in town planning within a local council, consultancy or developer.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning applications for battery storage projects.
• Provide planning advice and ensure compliance with UK legislation.
• Engage with stakeholders to facilitate planning permissions.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to support project development.
• Represent the organisation at planning committees and meetings.

Skills

Town Planning

Communication

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Type: Perm, Full-time, Hybrid Working (3 days on Site)

Our Client is a fast-growing company in the UK energy infrastructure sector. They identify, secure and deliver large scale developments that support the decarbonisation of the power system, working with a range of partners, advisors and stakeholders. They offer a modern, flexible working environment, a strong focus on work life balance and a culture that values initiative, collaboration and continuous improvement.

The Role

We are supporting our Client with an exciting opportunity within their growing Planning Team. As a member of the Planning and Design Team, you will be managing planning applications, engaging with stakeholders and supporting the delivery of energy developments projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional with experience in town planning within a local authority, consultancy, or developer environment. Subject to level of experience, our Client is open to considering candidates at Planner level or Planning Lead level, with compensation appropriated accordingly.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage planning applications for largely battery storage projects.

Provide planning advice and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UK planning legislation and local policies.

Engage with local authorities, consultants and community groups to facilitate planning permissions.

Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, including environmental, legal and engineering professionals, to support project development.

Monitor and respond to changes in planning policy, legislation and best practice guidance.

Represent the organisation at planning committees, public inquiries and stakeholder meetings.

Assist in business development activities by identifying opportunities and contributing to proposals.

Review and provide strategic planning advice to acquisition opportunities.

Key Requirements

Skills & Experience

Degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related discipline is preferred.

Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or eligibility for membership would be highly preferred.

Experience in town planning within a local council, consultancy or developer.

Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations, policies and procedures.

Experience in energy projects (preferred), including renewable energy, grid infrastructure or major developments. Similar or adjacent sectors would also be considered.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders.

Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in preparing planning applications and reports.

Proven experience working on discharging planning conditions and preparing modification applications (S96a / S73).

Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and deadlines effectively.

A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

Full UK driving license (with access to car/ or being able to commute).

Comfortable commuting and working on-site at their Head Office.

Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.