Planning Consultant | Agile Working in Birmingham

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Birmingham is looking for a Planning Consultant to provide expert planning advice. The role involves preparing reports and communicating with various stakeholders while meeting KPIs in a supportive, Agile working environment. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has strong communication skills, along with at least six months' experience in planning applications. The company provides competitive salaries, generous leave, and a focus on training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Strong training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• A relevant BA degree or equivalent RTPI-accredited planning qualification.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise planning reports.
• Strong organisational skills and a focus on productivity, efficiency, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Providing online and remote planning advice on general and scheme‑specific planning matters.
• Preparing concise written summaries following customer meetings.
• Producing detailed Planning Consultancy reports following pre‑application consultations.
• Communicating and negotiating effectively with applicants and agents.
• Meeting daily, weekly, and monthly KPI and production targets.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Knowledge of planning applications

Education

BA degree or RTPI-accredited planning qualification

Job description

A leading consultancy firm in Birmingham is looking for a Planning Consultant to provide expert planning advice. The role involves preparing reports and communicating with various stakeholders while meeting KPIs in a supportive, Agile working environment. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has strong communication skills, along with at least six months' experience in planning applications. The company provides competitive salaries, generous leave, and a focus on training and development.