Town Planner in Lancaster)

Penguin Recruitment; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in Lancaster is seeking a Planner to enhance their Planning Team. The role involves managing planning applications, liaising with various stakeholders, and contributing to the development of new residential projects. Ideal candidates have a degree in Town Planning and relevant experience in planning policy and development management. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with progression within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Car allowance or company car

Private healthcare & life cover

Contributory pension scheme

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Previous experience in planning, either from the private or public sector.
• Strong knowledge of planning policy and development management.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planning and development appraisals for immediate and strategic sites.
• Prepare and manage a variety of planning applications.
• Liaise with colleagues, consultants, and planning authorities.

Skills

Planning expertise

Communication skills

Collaboration

Pressure management

Education

Degree or Masters in Town Planning

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Planner

Location: Lancaster, LA1

Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career with one of the UK's most respected housebuilders? We're working with a leading residential developer who is looking to expand their Planning Team in Lancashire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing organisation where your expertise will directly shape the growth of thriving communities.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Car allowance or company car
• Private healthcare & life cover
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee benefits platform - retail discounts, wellbeing support & more
• Genuine progression opportunities within a national housebuilder

The Role

Reporting to the Planning Director, you\'ll play a key role in the delivery of new residential developments across Cumbria and Lancashire.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out planning and development appraisals for immediate and strategic sites
• Preparing and managing a variety of planning applications (Outline, Full, Reserved Matters, and conditions discharge)
• Liaising with colleagues, consultants, planning authorities and local communities to support applications and build strong relationships
• Producing and reviewing planning statements, design & access statements, and other supporting documentation
• Contributing to stakeholder engagement and public consultation events
• Monitoring local plan progress and helping shape strategies for medium- to long-term development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in planning, either from the private or public sector
• Degree or Masters in Town Planning (RTPI accredited)
• Strong knowledge of planning policy and development management
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple priorities
• Full UK driving licence

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, ambitious planning team within a market-leading developer. If you\'re looking to progress your career in planning while working on high-profile residential projects, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.

How to Apply