Planning Officer

Waterman Aspen; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterman Aspen is seeking a Planning Officer to join their Town Planning team in Birmingham. The role involves advising on development proposals, assessing planning applications, and ensuring compliance. You will benefit from career development opportunities, a salaried position aligned with your experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Contribution to commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Company pension contribution

Salary sacrifice options for additional benefits

1 paid community volunteering day

Qualifications

• Proven experience in town planning or urban design.
• Knowledge of planning laws, environmental regulations, and land-use policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to developers and influence development proposals.
• Analyze planning applications and prepare related reports.
• Negotiate Section 106 agreements and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field

Job description

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You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Planning Officer will see you as a key member of the Town Planning team, and you can expect:

• A varied client base to apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge, and sharpening your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals, supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field, with eligibility for RTPI membership
• Proven experience in town planning, urban design, or a similar role
• Knowledge of planning laws, environmental regulations, and land-use policies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex planning challenges
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities for engaging with diverse stakeholders

Role Responsibilities

• Provide advice to developers and seek to influence development proposals to minimise adverse impacts and ensure consistency with land use and transport policies
• Analyse and assess planning applications for a range of minerals and waste developments, prepare Regulatory Committee and Delegated reports, and handle any appeals where appropriate
• Negotiate Section 106 agreements and site-specific requirements
• Ensure compliance with planning permissions, including monitoring ongoing developments
• Negotiate and communicate with applicants and the public on various planning-related matters

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried employee, you’ll receive a salary aligned with your experience, skills, and location, along with an industry-leading benefits package:

• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days of annual leave (with the option to buy up to 5 more), plus public holidays (based on a 40-hour week, pro-rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice options for additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community