Planning & Development Assistant

Recruitment Services UK; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A property development firm is seeking a Planning & Development Assistant to support the Planning & Development Manager in Cheltenham. This role involves preparing planning applications, managing documentation, and liaising with various consultants. Candidates should have an organized background with excellent attention to detail, preferably in property or construction. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career progression in a friendly environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and friendly environment

Qualifications

• Background in property or construction is preferred.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Interest in planning, architecture, or property development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications and manage documentation.
• Coordinate inspections and maintain compliance records.
• Liaise with consultants and track project timelines.

Skills

Strong administrative or document-control background

Highly organised

Confident communication skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Proficient with Excel and PDF software

Job description

Job Title: Planning & Development Assistant

Location: Cheltenham / Malvern / Worcester

Salary: £28,000-£32,000

Hours: 40 hours per week

Company: Crystalight Group

About the Role

Crystalight Group manages a substantial development pipeline including multiple conversions, refurbishments, new builds and planning applications across several counties.

We are looking for a highly organised Planning & Development Assistant to support our Planning & Development Manager and help drive projects forward. You will assist with planning submissions, Building Control coordination, consultant management, construction documentation and general development administration across more than a dozen active sites. This is a varied and fast-paced role offering exposure to every stage of property development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications, variations and discharge of conditions
• Manage planning documentation and upload to Planning Portal
• Coordinate Building Control inspections and maintain BC compliance records
• Liaise with architects, QS, structural engineers and planning consultants
• Track project timelines, deadlines and risk points
• Assist with construction programme updates and progress reports
• Manage version control of drawings, reports and technical documents
• Support lender Monitoring Surveyor requests and monthly reporting
• Attend occasional site visits to gather photos and updates
• Maintain a central development filing system across all projects

Requirements

• Strong administrative or document‑control background (property/construction preferred)
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Confident communicating with councils, consultants and contractors
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines across different projects
• Proficient with Excel, PDF software and digital filing systems
• Interest in planning, architecture or property development (training provided)
• Full UK driving licence (desirable)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Career progression toward Planning Coordinator or Development Manager
• Exposure to a wide variety of schemes at different stages
• Supportive, friendly environment

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover letter