Planner/Planning Manager

Job Details

• Ref: 296092
• Sector: Town Planning
• Type: Permanent
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid
• Location: Derby, United Kingdom
• Pay: £45,000-£65,000

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and submission of planning applications (outline, detailed, reserved matters, and discharge of conditions).
• Assist in the coordination of consultant teams for planning submissions and appeals.
• Conduct site appraisals including researching and interpreting local planning policy, housing need data, and site-specific constraints.
• Monitor and report on the progress of planning applications, appeals, and development plan documents.
• Liaise with planning officers, local authorities, and stakeholders as required.
• Support community consultation and engagement activities.
• Attend project team meetings, site visits, and public meetings where necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and planning programmes to assist with internal forecasting and delivery planning.
• Assist with the preparation of appeal statements, supporting documents, and public inquiry documentation.

What you will bring

• Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred)
• Chartered membership of the RTPI (or working towards it) Circa 2–5 years’ experience in a housebuilder, local authority, or planning consultancy environment.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system, both policy and development management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to draft clear planning statements and reports.
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Collaborative and able to work as part of a team while taking individual responsibility for tasks.
• Confident liaising with local authorities, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Keen to develop professionally and support wider business planning goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook; GIS and other planning tools a bonus.
• The ability to embrace and role model our company values – Trust, Teamwork, Kindness and Passion.
• A full driving licence and have use of own vehicle for business travel when required.

What you get in return

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
• Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme, T&Cs apply).
• 25 days holiday (extending to 27 days holiday after two years of continuous service).
• Pension Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Group Income Protection Scheme.
• Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opt in – Simply Health Cash Plan.

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