Planning Lead

VIQU Energy; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

VIQU Energy in Liverpool is seeking a Planning Lead to support the development of battery storage projects across the UK. You will manage planning applications, discharge planning conditions and secure amendments to existing permissions.

Working closely with local authorities, consultants and internal teams, you will advise on planning risks and opportunities and help keep projects progressing. Experience in energy or renewables is beneficial, with a strong UK planning system knowledge and

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in town planning.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Town Planning or a related subject.
• Chartered RTPI membership or eligibility.
• Experience managing planning applications, conditions and amendments.
• Good knowledge of UK planning legislation and procedures.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning applications, conditions and amendments, including Section 73 and Section 96A.
• Provide planning advice in line with UK legislation and local policies.
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Support site feasibility assessments and new development opportunities.
• Work alongside environmental, legal and engineering teams.
• Monitor planning policy changes and represent the business at relevant meetings.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related subject

Chartered RTPI membership or eligibility

Job description

A growing energy business is looking for a Planning Lead to join its team in Liverpool, supporting the development of battery storage projects across the UK.

You'll manage planning applications, discharge planning conditions and secure amendments to existing permissions. Working closely with local authorities, consultants and internal teams, you'll help keep projects progressing while providing advice on planning risks and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage planning applications, conditions and amendments, including Section 73 and Section 96A.
• Provide planning advice in line with UK legislation and local policies.
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Support site feasibility assessments and new development opportunities.
• Work alongside environmental, legal and engineering teams.
• Monitor planning policy changes and represent the business at relevant meetings.

About You

You're a confident planning professional who enjoys managing projects, building relationships and solving problems. You'll have a good understanding of the UK planning system and be comfortable working independently and with wider teams.

Experience in energy or renewables would be beneficial, but candidates from local authorities, consultancies and other development sectors are welcome.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in town planning.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Town Planning or a related subject.
• Chartered RTPI membership or eligibility.
• Experience managing planning applications, conditions and amendments.
• Good knowledge of UK planning legislation and procedures.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Location:

Liverpool

Referral Bonus:

Know someone who could be a good fit? We offer rewards of up to £1,000 for successful introductions (T&Cs apply).

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