Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a motivated Planner to join their Planning Team in Chester. This role involves managing diverse planning projects, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and contributing to project success within a collaborative environment. The position offers career growth, competitive benefits, and a focus on work-life balance through hybrid working policies.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Ideally MRTPI qualified or close to submission.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with strong workload management.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning projects ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Prepare site reviews and strategies for various projects.
• Handle planning applications, including report preparation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Workload Management

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

MRTPI Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Planner

Company Overview

Penguin Recruitment is supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy specializing in planning, property, and land management. With over 800 professionals, they serve various sectors in both the public and private domains, known for innovative solutions and a collaborative work environment. They are seeking a motivated Planner to join their Planning Team in Chester.

Position Overview

This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse planning projects, managing your own caseload from inception to completion. You will liaise with clients, authorities, and stakeholders, contributing to project success and business development within a supportive team setting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage planning projects ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
2. Prepare site reviews and strategies for various projects.
3. Handle planning applications, including report preparation.
4. Provide tailored advice to clients for planning solutions.
5. Develop relationships with colleagues, clients, and external professionals.
6. Lead project meetings and negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.
7. Oversee project budgets, invoicing, and documentation.
8. Support team members through knowledge sharing and collaboration.

Candidate Requirements

1. Ideally MRTPI qualified or close to submission.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Self-motivated with strong workload management.
4. Team player with a collaborative attitude.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT tools.
6. Attention to detail and accuracy.
7. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
8. Understanding of planning legislation and market trends.

Why Apply?

This is a valuable career opportunity within a reputable consultancy, offering diverse projects, career growth, competitive benefits, and a focus on work-life balance through hybrid working policies.

Application Process

If interested, contact Josh Jones at (phone number removed) or (url removed). The hiring manager aims to meet suitable candidates promptly.