Senior Planner – Land & Planning Strategy Lead

Persimmon; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Life cover

Employee discounts

Job summary

Persimmon Homes in Studley seeks a Senior Planner to convert land interests into planning consents and lead planning submissions with a focus on growth. You will liaise with landowners, public and private sector professionals, politicians, developers and local residents to secure positive outcomes.

You will manage site appraisals, prepare Design & Access Statements, and discharge planning conditions to support regional growth, while mentoring junior team members and assisting the Planning

Qualifications

• Experience leading on planning applications (private or public sector).
• Degree/Master's in Planning with RTPI accreditation.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site assessments and planning applications (Outline/Full/Reserved Matters).
• Discharge planning conditions to support growth.
• Liaise with Local Planning Authorities and external consultants.
• Mentor junior team members and assist regional manager.

Skills

RTPI accreditation

Planning degree

Full UK driving licence

Communication skills

Team leadership

Adaptable to change

Education

Planning degree or MSc

RTPI accreditation

Job description

Persimmon Homes in Studley seeks a Senior Planner to convert land interests into planning consents and lead planning submissions with a focus on growth. You will liaise with landowners, public and private sector professionals, politicians, developers and local residents to secure positive outcomes.

You will manage site appraisals, prepare Design & Access Statements, and discharge planning conditions to support regional growth, while mentoring junior team members and assisting the Planning