Planning & Development Surveyor

Beach Baker; North East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Professional development budget

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Beach Baker is delighted to support a respected multidisciplinary property consultancy in Morpeth as a Planner / Planning & Development Consultant. The role covers planning applications, development appraisals, site opportunities and client-facing consulting across Northumberland and the North East.

You will work with MRICS, RTPI-qualified professionals or those with equivalent planning experience, delivering reports, strategies and timely outcomes while developing relationships with authorities

Qualifications

• MRICS, RTPI qualified or equivalent planning experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple instructions, deadlines and client expectations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning applications, development appraisals, prior approvals, pre-application enquiries and planning strategies.
• Review planning policy, site constraints, technical reports, plans and development opportunities.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants, architects and other professional advisers.
• Support developer, promoter and landowner engagement, including strategic land opportunities.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, local authorities and professional contacts.
• Prepare reports, fee proposals, professional correspondence and client advice.
• Manage instructions effectively, including budgets, deadlines, client updates and file management.
• Help identify new business opportunities and support wider business development activity across the region.

Skills

Communication skills

Client management

Planning experience

Team collaboration

Education

MRICS/RTPI qualification or equivalent

Planning or property degree

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

Northumberland | Full Time | 37 Hours per Week

Beach Baker is delighted to be supporting a highly respected multidisciplinary property consultancy in the search for a Planner / Planning & Development Consultant to join its growing team in Morpeth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planning, development or rural property professional to join an established North East team and work on a diverse range of projects across Northumberland and the wider region. The role offers exposure to strategic land, rural property, development opportunities and planning consultancy work, whilst providing a platform to develop technical expertise, grow client relationships and contribute to the expansion of an ambitious professional services team.

The Opportunity

Working alongside experienced planning, rural and property professionals, you will support clients on a wide range of planning and development matters, from initial site appraisals through to successful planning outcomes. The role combines technical planning work with client-facing responsibilities and commercial project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning applications, development appraisals, prior approvals, pre-application enquiries and planning strategies.
• Review planning policy, site constraints, technical reports, plans and development opportunities.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants, architects and other professional advisers.
• Support developer, promoter and landowner engagement, including strategic land opportunities.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, local authorities and professional contacts.
• Prepare reports, fee proposals, professional correspondence and client advice.
• Manage instructions effectively, including budgets, deadlines, client updates and file management.
• Help identify new business opportunities and support wider business development activity across the region.

About You

Applications are welcomed from candidates who are MRICS, RTPI qualified or possess equivalent relevant experience within planning, development, rural property, land agency or consultancy.

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple instructions, deadlines and client expectations.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of land and property value drivers.
• Confidence working with clients, consultants, local authorities and professional contacts.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• A full UK driving licence.

Experience with mapping, CAD, layouts or design-led feasibility work would be advantageous, as would previous exposure to strategic land, rural diversification, development appraisal or planning submissions.

Working Pattern

• Monday to Thursday: 9.00am to 5.30pm
• Friday: 9.00am to 5.00pm
• 37 hours per week

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is on offer, including:

• Enhanced annual leave
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Professional development and training budget
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tusker Car Scheme
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Charity match funding opportunities

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing Planning & Development team with genuine scope to influence projects, develop client relationships and contribute to business growth. You'll gain exposure to varied and commercially interesting instructions, work closely with experienced senior professionals and enjoy a clear pathway for professional development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Ideal for planners, rural surveyors, land agents or development professionals seeking greater project variety, client exposure and long-term career progression in the North East property market.

For more information, please call Dan Cole on 07443 880 834 or email: [e-mail]