Town Planning Consultant

jobs24.co.uk; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a talented Planning Consultant to join a growing Professional Services team. This role offers the chance to provide expert planning advice, prepare detailed reports, and engage with a variety of stakeholders, including developers and planning authorities. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills. With a generous benefits package, including a commitment to well-being and flexible working arrangements, this position is perfect for proactive professionals looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous Benefits Package

Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Option to Buy Additional Annual Leave

Agile Working Policy

Training & Development Opportunities

Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Relevant BA degree or equivalent RTPI Certified Planning Course required.
• At least six months' experience in planning applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert planning advice and prepare for customer meetings.
• Draft reports, resolve planning queries, and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

BA Degree in Planning or Equivalent RTPI Certified Course

Job description

Due to a period of sustained growth, my client is looking for a talented and motivated Planning Consultant to join their expanding Professional Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about planning and has the expertise to deliver high-quality advice and reports to a range of clients, including developers, planning authorities, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert, online/remote planning advice on both general and specific planning matters.
• Prepare for customer meetings by reviewing local planning policies and history documents.
• Draft concise and clear written summaries and reports following consultations.
• Complete delegated and committee planning application reports in line with KPIs (Household Residential Extensions, Lawful Development Certificates, etc.).
• Communicate and negotiate with applicants, agents, and colleagues to resolve planning queries.
• Maintain accurate records of site visits, evaluations, and planning reports.
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly production targets while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to discuss ongoing cases.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a relevant BA degree (or equivalent RTPI Certified Planning Course) and at least six months' experience in planning applications, ideally within a Planning Authority or private sector. You'll need to demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the confidence to advise a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and the ability to meet strict deadlines while handling multiple tasks.
• A focus on accuracy, productivity, and efficiency in your work.
• The ability to analyse plans against local, regional, and national policies, and communicate your assessments clearly.

If you're a proactive and highly organised planning professional looking for a rewarding and dynamic role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. My client offers a supportive, flexible work environment and a chance to make a significant impact within a leading organisation.

Why Join My Client:

• Living Wage Foundation Accredited Employer
• Generous Benefits Package - including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, and the option to buy additional annual leave (25 days + Bank Holidays).
• Agile Working Policy - Flexibility to work from their state-of-the-art Birmingham office as needed (minimum of 1 day per month).
• Training & Development - Exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Commitment to Well-Being - They truly care about their team and offer enhanced Family Friendly policies.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.