Overview
Shape future communities across London and the Southeast by joining our leading planning team in London! Our London Soho office is seeking a talented and ambitious Senior Planner. You'll be instrumental in driving residential-led site promotion across London and the Southeast, from initial concept through to delivery. This includes exciting green belt, greenfield strategic land, and urban regeneration projects for a diverse portfolio of clients – from landowners to house builders and investment funds.
Your Role
- Lead the promotion of residential-led developments (small to large scale) through the local plan and development management processes.
- Conduct thorough research and site appraisals.
- Prepare, submit, and negotiate planning applications of all types and sizes.
- Contribute to appeals, hearings, and inquiries.
- Manage small to medium-scale projects and support larger schemes.
- Coordinate internal and external project teams.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and clients.
About You
- MRTPI qualified.
- Significant planning experience, ideally with a focus on residential projects within the private sector.
- Experience with planning appeals, including Hearings and Public Inquiries (desirable).
- Project management skills and experience leading client and consultant teams.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and negotiation skills.
- A proactive team player with the ability to manage your own workload.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a car.
- An interest in business development and networking.
Why Join Us
- Award-Winning Workplace: Top 50 in the UK (Glassdoor 2025), Top 10 most sustainable globally (Corporate Knights 2025), and multiple NCE Awards winner.
- People-First Culture: Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
- Growth Opportunities: Be part of our exciting UK & Ireland expansion.
- Excellent Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, enhanced pension, generous annual leave (buy/sell option), private medical insurance, flexible working, and much more.
- Professional Development: Industry-leading training and paid professional subscriptions.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future!
Contact Ruth Hoggett (Talent Acquisition Manager) for more information.