Planning Consultant

Pertemps TM; Shaldon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent planning consultancy is seeking a Planning Consultant in Shaldon to manage and deliver planning commissions. The role requires 3-5 years of experience in a planning environment and offers responsibility across residential and commercial projects. Candidates should be proactive, capable of managing multiple projects and developing client relationships. An MRTPI qualification is preferred. It's a great opportunity for those looking for career advancement within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a private sector planning environment.
• Experience in consultancy or client-side work.
• Experience in negotiating planning conditions.

Responsibilities

• Research planning histories and environmental constraints.
• Undertake site visits across the South West.
• Liaise with clients, project teams, and Local Planning Authorities.
• Prepare Planning Appraisals and Planning Statements.
• Manage condition discharge processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Collaboration skills

Education

Working towards MRTPI accreditation or already MRTPI qualified

Job description

Planning Consultant, Teignbridge, £30k - £40k depending on experience.

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sophie Randle ASAP!

An independent planning consultancy in Teignbridge is looking to appoint a Planning Consultant to join its growing team. This is a varied and rewarding role offering exposure to a wide range of development projects, primarily across the residential and commercial sectors.

Working closely with senior colleagues, you will take responsibility for the management and delivery of a selection of planning commissions. Support will be provided at project start up, in client relationship management, and through regular review of written outputs. You will also collaborate with a small, experienced team across the full planning process.

Key Responsibilities

• Researching planning histories, environmental constraints, and policy frameworks.
• Undertaking site visits across the South West.
• Day to day liaison with clients, project teams (architects, engineers, ecologists etc.), and Local Planning Authorities.
• Coordinating project meetings and preparing meeting notes where required.
• Reviewing drawings, technical reports, and supporting documents.
• Preparing Planning Appraisals, Planning Statements, and other written reports.
• Completing and submitting planning applications and associated documentation.
• Monitoring consultation responses and coordinating actions with clients and project consultants.
• Assisting with negotiation of S106 obligations.
• Reviewing decision notices and conditions, and preparing applications to discharge planning conditions or obligations.
• Managing condition / obligation discharge processes.
• Supporting additional planning-related tasks as needed.

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ experience in a private sector planning environment (consultancy or client-side).
• Working towards MRTPI accreditation or already MRTPI qualified.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, maintain client relationships, and work collaboratively within a small team.

This role would suit a proactive planning professional looking to advance their career with a supportive consultancy offering genuine responsibility, project variety, and progression.