Planner - Research and Analysis

Planner – Research & Analysis

• Bedford or Sheffield | Hybrid Working Available
  
• Competitive Salary (DOE)
  

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planner (Research & Analysis) to join a leading multidisciplinary planning consultancy, working within a specialist team that sits at the heart of strategic planning and evidence -based decision making.

This is a fantastic role for a graduate or early -career planner, economist or geographer looking to build a career in the analytical and strategic side of planning.

The Opportunity

You will join a highly regarded Research & Analysis team, supporting planning applications, appeals, land promotion and Local Plan work across the UK.

This role offers exposure to a wide range of projects across both the private and public sectors, working alongside planning, urban design, transport and environmental specialists.

Your work will focus on:

• Supporting planning applications and appeals with robust evidence
  
• Producing housing land supply and housing need assessments
  
• Analysing employment land demand and economic impacts
  
• Contributing to Local Plan Examinations and planning inquiries
  
• Undertaking demographic, socio -economic and market analysis
  
• Preparing clear, concise and commercially focused reports
  

You will play a key role in shaping the evidence behind major planning decisions — making this a highly influential and rewarding position.

About You

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical capability and a genuine interest in the strategic side of planning and development.

You will likely have:

• A degree in Town Planning, Economics, Geography or a related discipline
  
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
  
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capability
  
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills
  
• A high level of attention to detail
  
• An interest in planning policy, housing delivery and economic growth
  

Experience within planning or research (through study or work) is beneficial but not essential.

Desirable:

• Experience with GIS or data modelling tools
  
• Understanding of UK planning policy and processes
  
• Exposure to socio -economic research or evidence -based planning
  

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary around £28,000 - £30,000
  
• Hybrid and flexible working
  
• Private healthcare (BUPA)
  
• Life insurance and income protection
  
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
  
• Paid professional subscriptions
  
• Structured training and CPD programme
  
• Clear progression opportunities
  
• Support towards RTPI chartership (where applicable)
  
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
  

The Culture

This is a people -focused, employee -led consultancy that places a strong emphasis on:

• Professional development
  
• Collaboration and teamwork
  
• Work -life balance
  
• Long -term career progression
  

You’ll be working in an environment where your development is genuinely supported, and where you’ll gain exposure to high -quality, meaningful work from day one.

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