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You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Planning Officer will see you as a key member of the Town Planning team, and you can expect:
* A varied client base to apply and develop your skills
* Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
* Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge, and sharpening your skills
* The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
* Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals, supported by our own network of mentors and managers
* Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
* Regular social events and volunteering opportunities
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field, with eligibility for RTPI membership
* Proven experience in town planning, urban design, or a similar role
* Knowledge of planning laws, environmental regulations, and land-use policies
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex planning challenges
* Excellent communication and presentation abilities for engaging with diverse stakeholders
Role Responsibilities
* Provide advice to developers and seek to influence development proposals to minimise adverse impacts and ensure consistency with land use and transport policies
* Analyse and assess planning applications for a range of minerals and waste developments, prepare Regulatory Committee and Delegated reports, and handle any appeals where appropriate
* Negotiate Section 106 agreements and site-specific requirements
* Ensure compliance with planning permissions, including monitoring ongoing developments
* Negotiate and communicate with applicants and the public on various planning-related matters
You’ll get this and so much more…
As a salaried employee, you’ll receive a salary aligned with your experience, skills, and location, along with an industry-leading benefits package:
* Contribution to commuting mileage
* Permanent health insurance
* 25 days of annual leave (with the option to buy up to 5 more), plus public holidays (based on a 40-hour week, pro-rata for part-time colleagues)
* Company pension contribution
* Salary sacrifice options for additional benefits
* 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community
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