Planning Content Editor

Haymarket Media Group; Twickenham, Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Work from anywhere up to 3 weeks/year

Flexible hours core 10-3

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Job summary

Haymarket Media Group is seeking a Planning Content Editor to develop and deliver high-quality planning content across DCP and COMPASS. You will update core guidance, write appeal summaries and contribute to specialist reports, ensuring accuracy for planning professionals in both public and private sectors.

The role is based in one of our hybrid UK offices (Twickenham or Gloucester) and offers opportunities to progress toward RTPI membership while developing expertise in planning policy and

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of current planning issues, policy and legislation in the UK.
• Ability to interpret planning information for a professional/publishing environment.
• Experience producing written planning content or reports.

Responsibilities

• Produce and update authoritative planning content for DCP and COMPASS.
• Research planning news, case law and appeal decisions to keep content current.
• Edit and maintain sections of the DCP guide and update planning policy references.
• Contribute to in-depth research reports and QA across COMPASS and DCP.

Skills

Editorial excellence

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Planning or Geography degree

Related disciplines degree

Job description

Overview

Working within DCS (DCP and COMPASS)

This role can be based from either our Twickenham or Gloucester office, operating under Haymarket's Hybrid Working Policy.

As a Planning Content Editor for DCS (DCP and COMPASS), you will develop and deliver high-quality editorial content that supports planning professionals in navigating planning law, policy and practice. Working across a broad range of topics, you will contribute to trusted, authoritative resources that inform thousands of practitioners across the sector, while deepening your expertise through continuous learning and engagement with the latest developments in planning.

The Role

• This role involves producing and maintaining authoritative planning content for Development Control Practice (DCP) and COMPASS, including updating core guidance, writing appeal summaries, and contributing to specialist reports on key planning topics.
• You will help ensure our content remains accurate, relevant and valuable to planning professionals across the public and private sectors.
• The role is suited to candidates with development management experience or graduates in planning, geography or related disciplines, and offers an excellent opportunity to progress towards RTPI membership or develop a career in planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Summarise and code planning appeals for the COMPASS database, ensuring accurate categorisation by development type, issues and procedure to support user searchability.
• Research planning news, case law and appeal decisions, and update DCP content to ensure it remains current, accurate and authoritative.
• Edit and maintain sections of the DCP guide, incorporating updates to planning policy, legislation and best practice.
• Support the development of new and existing planning products, including contributing to in-depth research reports on key sector topics.
• Contribute to quality assurance across COMPASS and DCP, ensuring consistency, accuracy and alignment of coding structures and content.

Key Relationships

Works closely with customer services, sales, marketing and technology teams to build effective working relationships, share knowledge, provide support and contribute to the successful delivery of business objectives.

Skills / Experience / Knowledge / Minimum Criteria

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Knowledge

• An excellent understanding of current planning issues, policy and legislation within the UK planning system.
• Awareness of key development management processes, appeal procedures and decision-making frameworks.
• Understanding of how planning information is used and applied within a professional or publishing environment.
• Interest in or awareness of the media, publishing or digital content sector

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and accurately.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret planning policy, legislation and case material.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and editorial standards.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Experience

• Experience working to tight deadlines in a professional, publishing, academic or planning environment.
• Experience producing written content such as reports, analysis or professional documentation.
• Experience interpreting complex information, policy or legislation.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver high-quality outputs independently.
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues or stakeholders to deliver shared outcomes.

About You

• Customer focused and results driven
• Collaborative and inclusive
• Accountable and professional
• Adaptable, curious and continuously improving
• Leads by example and acts with integrity

What Success Looks Like

How will success in this role typically be measured?

• Quality and accuracy of work, with consistently high standards.
• Customer satisfaction and continued engagement.
• Delivery of work to agreed deadlines.
• Compliance with internal policies, editorial and legal standards.
• Positive team engagement and collaboration.
• Support for financial performance and efficient use of resources.
• Operational efficiency in managing workload and priorities.
• Contribution to strategic and product objectives.

Additional Information

Why work with us at Haymarket?

Haymarket Media Group values its people and strives to shape a better future with remarkable content. From paid content and subscription services; to integrated advertising and content marketing packages. We deliver market-leading branded experiences that inspire great decisions. From data and digital information solutions to live events, awards and professional education services.

Our benefits include:

• 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays (increasing 1 day per year of service up to 30 days)
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks of the year with our Work from Anywhere days
• Flexible working hours (core hours from 10-3) allowing you the flexibility to adapt your work schedule to your personal commitments
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Health Cash Plans: With our health cash plans, you can access a range of healthcare benefits, including coverage for medical expenses, dental care, optical services, and more

Disability Confident Employer

We are a Disability Confident employer and offer guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the above minimum criteria.

To be considered as part of this initiative, please ensure you indicate if you have a disability when applying for the post. If you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

More about Haymarket

Working here means being part of a commitment to shaping a better future. As a proudly Certified B Corp, we are part of a global movement of businesses acting as a force for good. Haymarket Impact is focused on making a positive difference globally, guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and intertwined with an unwavering commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This commitment to balancing profit with purpose is deeply embedded in our culture, reflected in our values of Integrity, Respect, Creativity, Innovation, and Expertise.

We invest heavily in our people. From professional development and internal training to mentorship and coaching. Our certified Disability Confident status has fostered an environment where all employees feel supported, valued, and can ask for workplace adjustments without fear of judgment.

Our valuable partnerships for good globally mean colleagues are always up for taking on a new charitable challenge, utilise their volunteering day and go out of their way to support their local communities.

We know how important a healthy work-life balance is too. Our flexible hours and hybrid working model means employees are expected to be in the office at least three days a week and can work remotely for the remaining two. This means we thrive together when we collaborate in person, fostering stronger connections and creativity, but still allowing for flexibility outside of those times.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to ensuring all candidates have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, or disability. In line with our dedication to fairness and transparency, we are also proud to be a We Show the Salary employer, pledging to always include pay details on our job adverts.

Join us and be part of award-winning teams and a culture that is truly unique - a place to grow, feel inspired, build a brilliant career and make a difference.