Planning Officer based in North Wales -In return you will get an excellent salary, pension of 10%, healthcare, company car allowance or electric car, 26 days holiday, 10% bonus and professional development.
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Planning professional to support and lead the delivery of residential developments across North Wales. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the planning process from initial appraisals and pre-application engagement to public consultation, submissions, and discharge of planning conditions.
You will work closely with local authorities, statutory stakeholders, internal technical teams, and external consultants to secure implementable planning consents that align with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Planning Strategy & Delivery
* Prepare, coordinate, and submitplanning applicationsfor residential developments (outline, full, reserved matters).
* Manage thedischarge of planning conditionsto ensure timely site starts.
* Lead onsite appraisals, identifying planning opportunities, constraints, risks, and policy considerations.
* Maintain detailed project planning programmes, ensuring timely progression of submissions and approvals.
Local Authority & Stakeholder Engagement
* Develop strong working relationships withLocal Planning Authoritiesacross North Wales.
* Attend and lead meetings with planning officers, statutory consultees, council members, and community groups.
* Respond promptly and professionally to planning queries, feedback, and requests for further information.
Public Consultation
* Deliver and managepublic consultation exercises, including:
* Organising consultation events
* Preparing presentation materials
* Responding to public queries and feedback
* Reporting consultation outcomes to the business
Policy & Compliance
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge ofWelsh planning policy, including:
* Planning Policy Wales (PPW)
* Future Wales: The National Plan
* Local Development Plans (LDPs) within North Wales authorities
* Interpret and apply planning policy to guide land acquisition, design, and delivery decisions.
* Monitor upcoming policy changes, local plan reviews, and development management trends.
Collaboration & Reporting
* Work closely with land, design, technical, and commercial teams to support project planning and viability.
* Appoint and coordinate external consultants (planning consultants, architects, transport engineers, ecologists, etc.).
* Provide clear written reports, planning briefs, and updates to senior management.
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience intown planning, ideally within residential development or housebuilding.
* Strong understanding ofWelsh planning legislation, policies, and local authority processes.
* Demonstrable experience in:
* Preparing and submitting planning applications
* Managing planning appeals (desirable)
* Handlingpublic consultation
* Liaising with local authorities and stakeholders
* Discharging planning conditions
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
* RTPI accreditation (Member or working toward chartership) preferred but not essential.
Qualifications
* Degree inTown Planning,Urban Planning,Geography,Environmental Planning, or a related field.
* Membership of theRTPIis advantageous.
Personal Attributes
* Confident, professional, and adaptable.
* Able to influence stakeholders and negotiate favourable outcomes.
* Detail-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
In return you will get an excellent salary, pension of 10%, healthcare, company car allowance or electric car, 26 days holiday, 10% bonus and professional development.
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