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Senior Planner

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

City Of London

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in London is looking for a Senior Planner to manage residential-led developments. The role requires MRTPI qualification, significant planning experience, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive team and enjoy competitive benefits including flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus
Enhanced pension
Generous annual leave
Private medical insurance
Flexible working
Industry-leading training

Qualifications

  • MRTPI qualified with significant experience in residential planning.
  • Experience managing client and consultant teams.
  • Full UK driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

  • Lead residential-led development promotions through local planning.
  • Conduct site research and appraisals.
  • Prepare and negotiate planning applications.

Skills

MRTPI qualified
Significant planning experience
Excellent communication skills
Project management skills
Negotiation skills
Job description
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.

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