Associate Town Planner | Associate Director of Town Planning

Associate Planner - Wilmslow

Salary: 60,000-70,000 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Planner to join a well-established, independent planning consultancy based in Wilmslow. The company works across a diverse portfolio of projects, providing expert planning advice to clients across the residential, commercial and strategic land sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional looking to take the next step in their career, contribute to high-profile projects and play a key role in the continued growth of a successful consultancy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of 60,000-70,000, depending on experience.
• Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of planning projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop client relationships.
• Flexible working arrangements, subject to agreement.

Requirements

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartered status, with significant relevant planning experience.
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy, legislation and development management.
• Experience preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Proven ability to manage projects and work to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence liaising with clients, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for business development.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination.
• Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications, including complex and strategic developments.
• Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients.
• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants, developers and other key stakeholders.
• Undertaking planning policy research and preparing supporting reports and statements.
• Supporting business development activities and helping to maintain and develop client relationships.
• Assisting with the mentoring and development of junior team members where appropriate.
• Contributing to the continued growth and success of the consultancy.

Interested?

If you are an experienced planning professional looking for your next career move, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy and take the next step in your career. Please email your CV to (url removed) to discuss the role in confidence.

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