Planning Administrator in Basingstoke)

Penguin Recruitment; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Planning Administrator to join an EV infrastructure provider in Basingstoke. This role involves managing planning applications, supporting project feasibility, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Ideal candidates have a Town Planning degree and experience in planning coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning coordination within the property or development sector.
• Knowledge of UK planning legislation and procedures.
• Experience in planning departments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications.
• Liaise with local authorities and planning consultants.
• Monitor application statuses and address issues.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Town Planning Degree

Job description

Planning Administrator

Location: Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading EV infrastructure provider in their search for a Planning Administrator to join their in-house Development Team based in Basingstoke.

Backed by a purpose-driven global investment organisation, our client is the UK's largest fully public owner-operator of rapid DC charging stations, committed to accelerating the electrification of transport through sustainable innovation.

The Role

We're looking for a meticulous and proactive Planning Administrator to manage the end-to-end process of planning applications, appeals, and related documentation. This role plays a key part in supporting feasibility assessments and ensuring smooth delivery of EV infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

* Manage the discharge, variation, and removal of planning conditions.

* Assist in drafting Biodiversity Net Gain exemption statements.

* Contribute to design and access statements, heritage assessments, and related reports.

* Liaise with local authorities and planning consultants to progress applications.

* Monitor application statuses, provide updates, and address delays or issues.

* Undertake early-stage site research and assess risks aligned with local planning policies.

* Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet project goals.

* Stay up to date on planning policy relating to EV infrastructure, sustainable transport, and environmental considerations.

Key Skills & Experience

* Town Planning Degree

* Experience in planning coordination or similar within the property or development sector.

* Background in planning departments or validating planning applications preferred.

* Good working knowledge of UK planning legislation and procedures.

* Understanding of the GPDO 2015 and DMPO 2015.

* Strong communication, organisation, and analytical skills.

* High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

* Confident working both independently and collaboratively.

Interested?