Property & Planning Advisor (Job Ref. 126)

Sentry; Ipswich; Hybride; GBP 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sentry is seeking a Property & Planning Advisor to drive the Land and Property division forward, focusing on planning and development advice across the business. The role includes mentoring colleagues, identifying new business opportunities, and supporting client growth through strategic planning advice.

The role requires travel predominantly around East Anglia, with occasional nationwide travel. A degree in Town Planning or related field plus RTPI/RICS credentials are preferred as you build a

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning, Planning, Surveying or another relevant discipline.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to professional development and up-to-date planning knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Travel to clients around East Anglia as required.

Responsabilités

• Lead and advise clients on planning applications, development opportunities and alternative income streams.
• Prepare and manage Permitted Development and full planning applications, pre-application enquiries and general development matters.
• Provide planning appraisals, site assessments and advice on development potential and planning strategy.
• Manage planning cases from instruction through submission, determination and post-decision matters.
• Liaise with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, agents and other stakeholders.
• Advise on planning conditions, obligations, appeals and enforcement matters.
• Support growth of Sentry’s planning and development service and generate new work.
• Oversee National utility projects and supervision of contractors.
• Commercial management of light industrial units, offices and estates; marketing and compliance.

Connaissances

Town planning

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Mentoring/coaching

Client management

Time management

Formation

Degree or postgraduate in Town Planning or related discipline

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Property & Planning Advisor (Job Ref. 126)

• Property & Planning Advisor (Job Ref. 126)

The Role

To help drive the Land and Property division forward, with a particular focus on developing and delivering Sentry’s planning and development advice.

To provide planning expertise across the business and support the development of colleagues, including mentoring where appropriate.

To identify and bring in new business, particularly planning, development and diversification opportunities.

To support existing clients in growing their businesses through planning, development, diversification and wider property advice.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Diversification

Lead and advise clients on planning applications, development opportunities and alternative income streams.

Prepare, manage and advise on Permitted Development applications, full planning applications, pre-application enquiries and general development matters.

Provide planning appraisals, site assessments and advice on development potential and planning strategy.

Manage planning cases from initial client instruction through submission, determination and post-decision matters, as appropriate.

Liaise and negotiate with Local Planning Authorities, statutory consultees, agents, technical consultants and other stakeholders.

Advise on planning conditions, obligations, appeals and enforcement matters where appropriate.

Support the growth of Sentry’s planning and development service, including identifying opportunities within the existing client base and generating new work.

Utility Works and Compensation Claims

Overseeing National projects on behalf of clients and supervision of contractors.

Measurement, calculation, and submission of compensation and disturbance claims.

Working with the Land and Property team to fulfil Utility Contracts in particular Anglian Water.

Commercial Management

Commercial management, overseeing a number of light industrial, workshop units, offices, container storage sites on behalf of clients.

Responsible for the marketing through Rightmove and other avenues, and the subsequent compliance and agreement structuring.

Overseeing Farms and Estates as fixed fee management work. This may include managing environmental schemes within a farming business.

Provide professional advice to clients on rural property management, including landlord and tenant matters, valuations, and diversification.

Contribute to business development and client relationships.

Other Responsibilities:

Assisting the company’s management team and farm managers with specific projects.

Any other tasks that may be required of you to fulfil your role and assist the team.

You will be required to travel predominantly around East Anglia, although occasionally nationwide, which may necessitate nights away from home.

Training Plans

This role offers on-the-job training.Sentryoperatesa range oftraining coursesforstaff membersandmanagersatall levels.

A Personal Development Plan (PDP) will be developed within the first six months of employment

Training will include a combination of internal learning, external courses and on-the-job experience

The role provides exposure to a wide range of rural, environmental and infrastructure projects across the UK

Sentry is an Employee-Owned company and actively encourages employee participation in the business. Staff are invited to engage in the Employee Forum, and employees have the opportunity to become direct ownership shareholders.

Sentry has a long history of supporting successful careers and professional development, and we encourage employees to recognise and develop their long-term potential within the business.

Skills & Experience

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning, Planning, Surveying or another relevant discipline.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Good written and verbal communication skills

Competent in Microsoft Office

Commitment to continued professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of planning legislation and policy.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

Punctual, dependable and accountable for work

Maintain professional behaviour in the workplace

Able to adjust to changing priorities and work environments

Willingness to travel to clients when required

Demonstrable professional experience in town planning or development management.

Ability to provide clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients and colleagues.

Strong experience of the planning system, including development management, planning applications and development advice.

RTPI membership/accreditation, or working towards chartered membership. RICS/CAAV qualifications would also be beneficial for the wider property role.

Experience of mentoring, coaching or supporting the development of junior colleagues.

Experience of managing complex planning cases and coordinating multi-disciplinary projects.

Strong client and stakeholder management skills, including negotiation with Local Planning Authorities, consultants and other parties.

Confidence working in both office and site-based environments