Town Planner

Navartis; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential development firm in Nottingham is seeking a Planning Specialist to manage planning applications and liaise with authorities. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in planning, a strong grasp of the UK planning system, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a salary of £45,000 – £50,000, a car allowance, and exceptional work-life balance with a shorter working week.

Benefits

Car allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension scheme

20 days holiday + bank holidays + 2-week Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in planning, ideally including work for or with a residential developer.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system, particularly in residential development.
• Confident managing planning submissions and engaging with local authority officers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and monitor planning applications.
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Monitor S106 obligations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Planning experience

Communication skills

Understanding of UK planning system

Education

MRTPI qualification or working towards it

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and monitor planning applications
• Discharge conditions and track application progress
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, architects, ecologists, highways engineers, and other stakeholders
• Monitor S106 obligations and ensure compliance
• Prepare site assessments and coordinate planning documentation
• Support on matters relating to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and emerging planning policy

About You

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in planning, ideally including work for or with a residential developer
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system, particularly in residential development
• Confident managing planning submissions and engaging with local authority officers and consultants
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• MRTPI qualification or working towards it preferred

What’s on Offer

• £45,000 – £50,000 salary, depending on experience
• Car allowance
• Discretionary annual bonus based on company performance
• Pension scheme
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays + 2-week Christmas shutdown
• Shorter working week than industry standard: Monday to Thursday: 9am – 4pm Friday: 9am – 12:30pm
• This is a rare opportunity to join a developer that values work-life balance and offers a genuine team environment with flexibility and long-term potential.