Planning Consultant
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Salary: Competitive + performance bonus + benefits
Job Type: Full:time, Permanent
A well:established and highly regarded multi:disciplinary property and rural consultancy is seeking a Planning Consultant to join its growing planning team based in Shrewsbury.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planning professional to join a busy and expanding department, working across a wide variety of planning projects throughout the Midlands. The role offers exposure to projects across the residential, commercial, leisure and agricultural sectors, alongside clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive and reputable consultancy environment.
The Role
As a Planning Consultant, you will manage a varied caseload and support clients through the planning process, providing strategic advice and delivering successful planning outcomes.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and planning appeals
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Delivering a broad range of planning consultancy services across residential, commercial, leisure and rural developments
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Working closely with technical specialists, consultants and stakeholders throughout the planning process
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Representing clients at planning committees, appeal hearings and examinations where required
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Advising landowners and clients on planning strategy, land promotion and development opportunities
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Supporting projects involving strategic land and site promotion across the Midlands
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Managing multiple projects while maintaining a high standard of client service
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
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A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
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Working towards or holding RTPI membership
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Experience preparing and managing planning applications
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A strong understanding of the UK planning system and development process
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Strong organisation and project management abilities
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office
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A full UK driving licence
Whats on Offer
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Competitive salary commensurate with experience
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Annual performance:related bonus
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Opportunity to work within a growing and dynamic planning team
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Exposure to a diverse range of development projects
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Clear long:term career progression within an established consultancy
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Support towards professional development and chartership
This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional looking to take the next step in their career within a respected consultancy delivering planning and property services across the Midlands.
For more information or a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch.