Job Title: Town Planner | Senior Planner | Planning Manager
Location: Hampshire
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a busy and growing Planning department. We are looking to appoint a Planner, Senior Planner or Planning Manager to join a hands-on Planning team, taking responsibility for managing the planning process from site inception through to the receipt of planning permissions and beyond.
This role will involve working on residential sites typically ranging from 30 to 200 units, alongside future land promotion initiatives. No two days will be the same. Reporting directly into the Director of Regeneration, this position would suit someone with a minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience gained within a Planning Consultancy, Local Authority, or Residential Developer environment.
Key Responsibilities
Compile planning applications, conditions, and appeal documentation for submission to Local Planning Authorities
Manage the end-to-end submission of planning applications
Undertake research on previous planning applications and site history
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
Attend Planning Committee and Public Consultation meetings
Monitor and review local planning policy and Local Plan reviews
Maintain accurate internal records and planning policy databases
Consider wider planning strategies including transport, economy, sustainability, climate change, and heritage
Instruct, manage, and liaise with external consultants and engineers
Collate evidence from public consultation where required
Work closely with the wider planning and operational teamsExperience
Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Planner or above
Strong understanding of the UK planning system and approval processes
Experience presenting to the public, council officers, and committee members
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Confident working with a diverse range of stakeholdersInterested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)