Senior / Principal Planning Officer

Waterman Aspen; Nuneaton and Bedworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Planner to join their Town Planning team in the UK. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of planning experience, preferably with chartered membership of the RTPI or working towards it. Responsibilities include managing various projects, presenting to clients, and contributing to technical progression. A competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including a company car or allowance, annual leave, and health insurance, is offered.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Annual volunteering day

Qualifications

• More than 5 years planning experience within the public or private sector.
• Knowledge and understanding of planning legislation and Government policy.
• Experience of writing reports and planning statements.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of projects for clients.
• Assist in technical progression and professional development.
• Present planning proposals to various audiences.

Skills

Planning experience

Excellent communication skills

Report writing

Presenting to audiences

Education

Chartered member of the RTPI or working towards membership

Job description

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Senior / Principal Planner will see you as a key member of the Town Planning team and you can expect :

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening of your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Experience required…

Essential

• More than 5 years planning experience within the public or private sector.
• Chartered member of the RTPI or working towards membership.
• Knowledge and understanding of planning legislation and Government Policy.
• Experience of presenting to a wide range of audiences.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience of writing reports and planning statements.

Desirable

• Experience of writing proofs of evidence and attending public inquiries / examinations.
• Project management and research skills.

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package :

• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community