Senior or Principal Planning Consultant Location: Hereford
This position would suit an experienced planning professional from either the public or private sector who is looking to join a supportive team and continue progressing their career. You'll be confident, approachable, and capable of providing high-quality advice to clients and colleagues alike.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing Planning Statements
Advising on Planning Strategy and Statutory Consents
Coordinating and submitting Planning Applications
Preparing and managing appeals
Attending Town & Parish Council and Planning Committee meetings
Leading on Call for Sites and Land Promotion projects
Reviewing Consultant and Specialist Reports
Supporting Environmental Statement preparation
About You We're looking for a professional who enjoys the people side of planning as much as the technical detail - someone proactive, communicative, and able to build strong client relationships.
Requirements
Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
RTPI membership (or equivalent professional accreditation)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of the UK planning system
Minimum of 5 years' relevant professional experience
Ability to manage projects and provide confident, independent advice
Experience across a mix of urban and rural development projects
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for site visits)
Benefits
Competitive salary reflective of experience and qualifications
Private healthcare for all employees
35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Birthday day off and additional leave for long service
Agile/flexible working arrangements
Professional memberships paid and funded CPD opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme (including health plan and flu jab)
Enhanced workplace pension
Discretionary bonus opportunities
Salary sacrifice schemes (Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work)
Employee loan and staff discounts following probation
Interested? If you're looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment.
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