Associate Planner
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
York, hybrid.
Full time, Permanent.
£50,000 - £65,000 (DOE)
Monday – Friday
We are looking for an experienced Associate Planner to play a pivotal role in leading projects and shaping successful planning outcomes for clients across a wide range of sectors. With deep knowledge of the UK planning system, you’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage complex applications, and build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and authorities.
As an associate planner, you will be responsible for:
* Lead and deliver complex planning projects, providing expert advice and high-quality submissions.
* Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring outstanding service and strong professional relationships.
* Represent clients at site visits, consultations, hearings, committees, and public inquiries.
* Manage and mentor a team of planners, supporting professional growth and technical excellence.
* Contribute to business development, building the client base and identifying new opportunities.
* Oversee project budgets, proposals, and delivery against financial targets.
The ideal candidate will bring:
* An experienced planner with 8+ years in the private sector (consultancy or client-side).
* A chartered member of the RTPI (essential).
* A proven team leader and mentor, able to inspire and develop colleagues.
* Expert in UK planning legislation, processes, appeals, and applications.
* Skilled in strategy, negotiation, communication, and report writing.
* Confident in presenting and representing clients at a senior level.
* Strong in project and resource management, balancing deadlines and budgets effectively.
* Holder of a full clean driving licence.
* Full clean UK driving licence.
Desirable: experience in the energy sector, ECU procedures, or the Scottish planning system, plus a track record in business development.