Senior Planning & Development Lead (Hybrid)

PropSource Consulting; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Market leading pension contribution

Private medical cover

Generous annual leave and service‑base

Hybrid role (2 days office, 3 daysfrom

Flexible hours

Job summary

PropSource Consulting in Manchester seeks a Planning Manager to lead planning strategies and drive site promotion for residential and mixed-use developments. You will manage planning applications, engage with stakeholders, and support a growing team from the planning directorate.

The role offers a hybrid work model, with responsibility for mentoring junior planners and delivering strategic planning outcomes. A minimum 6 years in planning, and RTPI eligibility are preferred prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential planning (preferred but not essential).
• Minimum 6 years experience.
• A degree in Planning or a related field, with eligibility for RTPI Membership.
• Proven ability to manage workloads and projects efficiently.
• Knowledge of site promotion through development plans and planning applications.
• A proactive and positive mindset.
• Ambition to take on leadership roles and advance within the company.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to inform planning strategies and site promotions.
• Develop and implement planning and engagement strategies.
• Prepare and sign off planning reports, applications, appeals, and policy presentations.
• Support senior team members with planning matters as required.
• Review and provide feedback on external consultant reports.
• Manage workload effectively, including delegating tasks as needed.
• Lead public engagement and consultation events.
• Mentor and support junior planners.

Skills

Residential planning experience

Experience managing workloads

Leadership aspirations

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Eligibility for RTPI Membership

Job description

PropSource Consulting in Manchester seeks a Planning Manager to lead planning strategies and drive site promotion for residential and mixed-use developments. You will manage planning applications, engage with stakeholders, and support a growing team from the planning directorate.

The role offers a hybrid work model, with responsibility for mentoring junior planners and delivering strategic planning outcomes. A minimum 6 years in planning, and RTPI eligibility are preferred prerequisites.