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Planning Consultant | Leeds | Consultancy

Employer
Penguin Recruitment
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Salary
£30000 - £40000 per annum + + Bens
Closing date
25 Feb 2021

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Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Discipline
Planning
Function
Officer, Consultant, Planner
Sector
Consultancy, Other Private sector

Job Details



Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an established, regarded and successful planning team on the hire of a Planning Consultant / Senior Planner. Join the team of Planning Consultants, as part of a wider multi-disciplinary consultancy, in the ongoing delivery of client projects in a fast moving, client focussed commercial environment, based out of the Leeds office.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and ideally chartered (RTPI) with over 2 years' post qualification experience. You will manage and deliver a wide range of projects and demonstrate the highest quality of care to our clients.

This will involve:
  • Providing planning consultancy services to public, private and third-sector clients.
  • Managing planning projects to a high standard. This will involve leading on planning applications, site promotions and appeals as well as managing the financial aspect such as invoicing, budgets and contract specific financial data.
  • Reviewing and commenting on technical reports.
  • Preparation of planning applications, including drafting of Planning Statements
  • Liaison with key actors including technical consultants, statutory consultees and Case Officers
  • Public speaking, including planning committees and public consultation events, where required.
  • Being a positive role model and providing planning advice to colleagues and clients and providing mentoring where appropriate.
  • Carrying out sales and business development activities including drafting proposals, tenders, meeting potential and existing clients and working on sales initiatives.
  • Take a role in the development of the planning business and carrying out sales activities to help achieve business targets and objectives. This will include involvement in drawing up and delivering the business plan.




In order to apply, you should hold/have:
  • Relevant experience preferably within the private sector
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent knowledge and experience of Town & Country Planning regulations and process in both planning policy and development management
  • Your role will require you to help manage project teams within and outside the office on the client's behalf. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are an essential requirement to be successful in these roles.
  • A full driving licence will be required as will the need for flexible working with regard to type of work, timing and location.
  • Formal qualification in Town and Country Planning (Masters/Postgraduate/First Degree).
  • Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or eligible for full Chartered Membership


Why Apply?

On top of joining an established, stable and busy consultancy in the region, the role will attract a competitive starting salary and offer a trusting, and supportive environment.



Interested?

The Director leading this recruitment is keen to speak with suitable Planners asap so please express your interest below by clicking 'apply'.



For further information on this role or others in the region, please contact me on 01792 341 104 or matt.fraser@penguinrecruitment.co.uk

Company

Penguin Recruitment has over 10 years experience in the Town Planning Sector. Our dedicated team of Planning Consultants are actively working with Consultancies, House Builders, Strategic Land Promoters and Local Authorities across the UK.

Whether you are a Graduate looking for that first career step, an Associate Director looking for that strategic move, or an employer in the Town Planning Sector looking for a Recruitment Partner, Penguin’s considerable experience can help you achieve your goal.

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Company info
Telephone
0121 442 0646
Location
166B Alcester Road
166B Alcester Road
Moseley
Birmingham
West Midlands
B13 8HS
United Kingdom

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