Senior or Principal Planning Consultant
Location: Hereford
This position would suit an experienced planning professional from either the public or private sector who is looking to join a supportive team and continue progressing their career. You'll be confident, approachable, and capable of providing high-quality advice to clients and colleagues alike.
Key Responsibilities
* Preparing Planning Statements
* Advising on Planning Strategy and Statutory Consents
* Coordinating and submitting Planning Applications
* Preparing and managing appeals
* Attending Town & Parish Council and Planning Committee meetings
* Leading on Call for Sites and Land Promotion projects
* Reviewing Consultant and Specialist Reports
* Supporting Environmental Statement preparation
About You
We're looking for a professional who enjoys the people side of planning as much as the technical detail - someone proactive, communicative, and able to build strong client relationships.
Requirements
* Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
* RTPI membership (or equivalent professional accreditation)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong understanding of the UK planning system
* Minimum of 5 years' relevant professional experience
* Ability to manage projects and provide confident, independent advice
* Experience across a mix of urban and rural development projects
* Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for site visits)
Benefits
* Competitive salary reflective of experience and qualifications
* Private healthcare for all employees
* 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Birthday day off and additional leave for long service
* Agile/flexible working arrangements
* Professional memberships paid and funded CPD opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme (including health plan and flu jab)
* Enhanced workplace pension
* Discretionary bonus opportunities
* Salary sacrifice schemes (Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work)
* Employee loan and staff discounts following probation
Interested?
If you're looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment.
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