Planning Manager – Residential Projects (Uxbridge)

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is supporting an award-winning developer in finding a Planning Manager for their Uxbridge office. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, and strong communication skills. This role involves managing planning applications and liaising with local authorities. The position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £60,000 depending on experience, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunity for career progression

Professional development

Work with a reputable developer

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' planning experience in consultancy, local authority, or a developer.
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation.
• Confident communicator with excellent report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications.
• Coordinate external consultants and manage supporting reports.
• Engage with local authorities and stakeholders to negotiate positive outcomes.
• Provide planning guidance to internal teams during project development.
• Monitor planning policy updates and assess their implications.
• Support appeals and assist with site appraisals where required.

Skills

Understanding of UK planning legislation

Excellent communication skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is supporting an award-winning developer in finding a Planning Manager for their Uxbridge office. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, and strong communication skills. This role involves managing planning applications and liaising with local authorities. The position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £60,000 depending on experience, along with opportunities for professional development.