Senior/Principal Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary property consultancy in Hereford seeks a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant. The role involves managing planning projects and leading multi-disciplinary teams, working on sustainable developments. With a focus on collaboration, the ideal candidate will have a relevant postgraduate degree, RTPI membership, and at least 5 years of experience, alongside great communication skills and a solid understanding of the UK planning system.

Benefits

Competitive salary reflective of experience

Private healthcare for all employees

35 days annual leave

Agile/flexible working arrangements

Professional memberships paid

Enhanced workplace pension

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant professional experience.
• Ability to manage projects and provide confident, independent advice.
• Experience across a mix of urban and rural development projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparing Planning Statements.
• Advising on Planning Strategy and Statutory Consents.
• Coordinating and submitting Planning Applications.
• Leading on Call for Sites and Land Promotion projects.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong understanding of the UK planning system

Project management

Education

Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject

RTPI membership or equivalent

Job description

Senior or Principal Planning Consultant

Location: Hereford

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established multi-disciplinary property consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join their growing team in Hereford.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a business that combines the expertise of planners, surveyors, architects, engineers, and consultants to deliver a diverse range of projects. The company is large enough to provide variety and development opportunities, yet small enough to maintain a friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

You will be exposed to a broad spectrum of planning work, from applications and appeals to site promotions, across projects such as sustainable urban extensions, solar farms, and heritage conversions. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, lead on multi-disciplinary projects, and have the freedom to specialise in areas that align with their professional interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing Planning Statements
• Advising on Planning Strategy and Statutory Consents
• Coordinating and submitting Planning Applications
• Preparing and managing appeals
• Attending Town & Parish Council and Planning Committee meetings
• Leading on Call for Sites and Land Promotion projects
• Reviewing Consultant and Specialist Reports
• Supporting Environmental Statement preparation

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
• RTPI membership (or equivalent professional accreditation)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant professional experience
• Ability to manage projects and provide confident, independent advice
• Experience across a mix of urban and rural development projects
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for site visits)

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and qualifications
• Private healthcare for all employees
• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Birthday day off and additional leave for long service
• Agile/flexible working arrangements
• Professional memberships paid and funded CPD opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (including health plan and flu jab)
• Enhanced workplace pension
• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work)
• Employee loan and staff discounts following probation

Contact

If you're an experienced planner ready to take the next step in your career within a respected and people-focused consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

Speak to Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment. Please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment.