Blue Diamond Recruitment is proud to be representing a leading property and development business as they recruit for a Senior Planner to join their growing team.
This business specialise in strategic land promotion and have an excellent reputation in the industry due to their highly successful track record. Working with landowners, local authorities, communities and other stakeholders, this business specialise in promoting residential, commercial and mixed-use sites through the planning process.
As a Senior Planner, you will play an important role in managing and promoting strategic land projects from identification through to disposal. This role suits an energetic and driven professional, who has strong communication skills and can work productively as part of a team.
In this role, you will take the lead in managing and driving strategic land promotion projects, from initial concept through to planning approval. You will be responsible for planning applications and appeals, while actively engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and external consultants to ensure collaborative progress.
A key part of the role involves monitoring local planning policy and offering expert guidance on planning and development issues. You will also be tasked with assessing site viability and managing projects throughout the planning and promotion lifecycle. The role includes preparing clear reports and planning submissions for landowners, agents, and internal teams, while maintaining strong working relationships with all relevant parties throughout the process.
The successful candidate will bring prior experience in a comparable planning role, gained in either the private or public sector, along with a comprehensive understanding of UK planning policy and legislation. They should demonstrate a strong track record in identifying development opportunities and effectively managing planning applications from inception through to approval. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities are essential, as well as confident project management skills. The ability to juggle multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively as part of a team is key. A degree in town planning, urban planning, or a related discipline is required, and while chartered status with the RTPI, RICS, or a similar body would be advantageous, it is not a mandatory requirement.
Offering a highly competitive salary plus package (including company car or car allowance), bonus, private healthcare, hybrid working, career development and a range of other perks.
For further information or to apply for this Senior Planner job, please contact Daniel Court on 07505 454007 or daniel@bluediamondrecruitment.co.uk
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