Planning Consultant in Bourne End)

Penguin Recruitment; Bourne End; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Senior Planning Consultant to join their expert team. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects across various sectors, including commercial and residential development. You'll be responsible for providing high-quality planning advice, managing applications, and liaising with clients and local authorities. With a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about planning and looking to make a significant impact in the field. Join a dynamic team and advance your career in a well-regarded consultancy.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

Increased annual leave for long service

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience for Senior Planner, 5 years for Consultant/Principal.
• Member of the RTPI required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist planning advice ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage planning applications and conduct research and client meetings.

Skills

UK planning legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Research skills

Education

Degree in Planning or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Senior Planning Consultant / Consultant Planner / Principal Consultant

Location: Bourne End, Buckinghamshire

Salary: Competitive, plus benefits including bonus scheme, car allowance, increased annual leave for long service, and private health insurance

Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Flexible Working: 3 days office-based, 2 days remote. Flexible start/finish hours.

About the Company:

A well-established and highly regarded Town Planning and Heritage Consultancy is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic planning professional to join their team. With a strong track record in securing planning permissions, they work across a range of sectors including commercial and residential development. Their clients include major hotel, restaurant, and coffee shop groups, housebuilders, land promoters, breweries, banks, sports and leisure operators, retailers, property developers, and private healthcare organisations, as well as public sector clients.

Role Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning consultant to join at a level between Senior Planner and Principal Consultant. The successful candidate will work closely with directors, colleagues, developers, architects, and local authorities to deliver high-quality planning services and advice.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide specialist planning advice to clients and colleagues, ensuring compliance with planning policies and legislation.
2. Manage planning applications, appeals, and pre-application advice processes.
3. Prepare planning appraisals, statements, and appeal documentation.
4. Conduct research, oversee work by junior staff, and liaise with local authorities and stakeholders.
5. Attend and lead client meetings, planning committees, and public consultation events.
6. Proactively seek new business opportunities, attend networking events, and contribute to marketing initiatives.
7. Maintain accurate records and forecasting reports.

Key Skills & Experience:

1. Member of the RTPI.
2. Degree in Planning or a related discipline.
3. Minimum of 2 years' experience for Senior Planner level, 5 years for Consultant/Principal Consultant level.
4. Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation, NPPF, and Planning Practice Guidance.
5. Experience in preparing planning statements, site appraisals, and local plan representations.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
7. Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively within a team.

Why Apply?

1. Join a supportive and expert team of planning professionals.
2. Work on a broad range of projects across multiple sectors.
3. Enjoy a positive and sociable working environment.
4. Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Interested?

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.