Senior/Principal Planning Officer

Waterman Aspen; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking planning consultancy seeks a Senior / Principal Planner to join their Town Planning team in the UK. You'll engage with a diverse client base, enhance your skills, and enjoy a range of benefits. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in planning, chartered RTPI membership, and strong project management capabilities. This role offers competitive salary and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Contribution towards commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of planning experience in the public or private sector.
• Experience in Planning Development Management and planning legislation.
• Experience in presenting to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Developing planning strategies for various clients.
• Preparing proofs of evidence for public inquiries.
• Managing projects and conducting research.

Skills

Planning experience

Proficiency in report writing

Project management skills

Research skills

Education

Chartered membership of RTPI or working towards it

Job description

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Join Waterman Aspen as a Senior / Principal Planner and enjoy the benefits of being employed by us while working on a variety of projects for our clients. As a key member of the Town Planning team, you can expect:

• A diverse client base to apply and develop your skills
• Client buy-in to support your technical growth
• Increased exposure to your industry, enhancing your knowledge and skills
• Flexibility to broaden your horizons through secondments without changing your employer
• Career development and training aligned with your professional or academic goals, supported by our mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Requirements include:

• Over 5 years of planning experience in the public or private sector
• Chartered membership of the RTPI or working towards it
• Experience in Planning Development Management, understanding planning legislation and government policy
• Experience presenting to diverse audiences
• Proficiency in report writing and planning statements
• Experience preparing proofs of evidence and attending public inquiries/examinations
• Project management and research skills
• Knowledge of Planning Policy, including local plan processes and documentation

Salary and Benefits

As a salaried employee, you will receive a competitive salary based on your experience, skills, and location, along with an industry-leading benefits package:

• Contribution towards commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days of annual leave (with options to buy up to 5 more), plus public holidays (pro-rata for part-time roles)
• Company pension contributions
• Salary sacrifice options for additional benefits
• One paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day annually for volunteering in your local community