Job Opportunity: Planning Assistant or Planner/Senior Planner
Location: Bedfordshire (Hybrid: Mon-Thurs in office, Fridays from home)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
A respected and award-winning planning and development consultancy is looking to grow their talented team with the addition of either a Planning Assistant or a Planner/Senior Planner. This is a unique opportunity to join a commercially-focused consultancy known for its innovative, client-driven approach and vibrant team culture.
About the Role
You'll be part of a small, multidisciplinary team providing bespoke town planning and development consultancy services to a diverse client base. The role involves working on a wide range of development proposals, from urban extensions of several hundred homes to more modest residential schemes.
Key responsibilities may include:
Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
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Site promotion and Local Plan representations (especially for Planner/Senior roles)
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Supporting or leading on client liaison and strategy development
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Engaging in S106 negotiations, viability assessments, and public consultations
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Working collaboratively with local authorities and stakeholders to secure positive outcomes
Ideal Candidate
For Planning Assistant:
Some experience within a private consultancy setting
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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A keen interest in learning about the commercial aspects of planning
For Planner/Senior Planner:
Demonstrable experience in Local Plan representations and strategic land promotion
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Previous experience in a private consultancy is highly desirable
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Ideally brings one or two active client relationships
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Proven ability to manage projects independently and deliver commercially sound advice
What's on Offer
A collaborative and supportive work environment with real opportunities for progression
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Exposure to varied and exciting projects with genuine responsibility from day one
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Hybrid working: four days in the Cranfield office, with Fridays working remotely
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A culture that values innovation, independence, and camaraderie
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Regular social events and team celebrations
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The chance to shape your career path in a consultancy that invests in its people
Interested?
Contact Sofia Conte # or call # # We have many more vacancies available on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
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