Position: Senior Development Planner
Location: North East England
Salary: £60,000–£65,000 + company car/allowance + bonus
Work Pattern: 3 days per week in the office; travel to the South of England as required
Overview:
A leading renewable energy developer is seeking a Senior Development Planner to join their multi-disciplinary team. You will lead planning strategy, prepare applications, secure permissions, and act as a key liaison with planning authorities and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop project planning strategies and advise on project design.
* Coordinate planning applications, environmental statements, and appeals.
* Engage with Local Planning Authorities, statutory consultees, and communities.
* Provide planning support to operational sites and project teams.
* Monitor and respond to national and local planning consultations.
Requirements:
* Degree in Town & Country Planning (or related) + chartered RTPI/IEMA status.
* 5+ years’ experience in planning applications and liaising with local authorities, ideally in renewable energy.
* Knowledge of TCPA, S36, or DCO regimes; experience with Environmental Impact Assessments.
* Strong communication, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills.
* Full UK driving licence and comfortable with regular travel.
What We Offer:
* Flexible working: 3 days in the office per week.
* Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy projects.
* Collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.
* Competitive salary: £60,000–£65,000.
Apply directly or get in touch Lnoel@vallumassociates.com