Overview
Blue Diamond Recruitment is working exclusively with a leading land promotion company seeking a Planning Manager. Based in London and focusing on sites across the southern patch (everything south of the M4 and M25). This is an exciting opportunity for a professional at Senior Planner, Associate, Principal or Planning Manager level, looking to step into a broader role with more responsibility where they can hit the ground running.
The Planning Manager will report directly to the Planning Director and will drive forward the planning function. Responsibilities include appraising new land opportunities, managing planning applications and supporting appeals when necessary. The role directly influences the business’s success in unlocking strategic land for residential and mixed-use development, working with internal teams, local authorities, external consultants, and landowners.
Responsibilities
* Appraise and assess new land promotion opportunities across the southern region
* Lead the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications
* Coordinate and manage consultant teams to deliver robust planning strategies
* Handle complex planning negotiations with local planning authorities
* Support and manage planning appeals when necessary
* Liaise regularly with landowners, agents, and internal teams to update on planning progress
Qualifications
* Currently operating at Senior Planner or Planning Manager level within a consultancy, house builder or land promoter
* Strong understanding of the planning system and strategic land promotion
* Experience of managing large applications and dealing with appeals
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects across a wide geographical patch
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £75,000 plus package
* Bonus, hybrid working and career development opportunities
How to Apply
For further information or to apply for this Planning Manager role, please contact Daniel Court on 07505 454007 or daniel@bluediamondrecruitment.co.uk
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