Senior Planner

Senior Planner, Exeter, £40k - £50k DOE
This could also be based in the Cornwall offices.

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sophie Randle at RGB Recruitment ASAP!

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior / Associate Planner to join a well-established independent planning consultancy based in their Exeter or Cornwall offices.

Working as part of an experienced and collaborative team, you'll take the lead on a varied portfolio of planning projects across the residential, commercial, leisure, renewable energy and heritage sectors. This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious MRTPI Planner looking to step into a senior role where they can take ownership of projects, build long-term client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

Role & Responsibilities

Lead a diverse range of planning projects from inception through to determination
Prepare planning appraisals, planning applications and appeals
Provide commercially focused planning advice to a wide variety of clients
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Attend client meetings, Planning Committees and public consultations where required
Contribute towards business development and generating new opportunities
Mentor junior members of the team where appropriate
Requirements

MRTPI qualified
Strong planning experience gained within either consultancy or Local Authority
Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system
Experience preparing planning applications and appeals
Commercial awareness and strong communication skills
Ability to manage your own workload and client relationships
Full UK Driving Licence
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected independent planning consultancy that genuinely values its people. Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from a generous package including private healthcare, company pension, paid RTPI membership, generous annual leave. The practice also offers a supportive and flexible working environment, genuine opportunities for career progression and the chance to work on a varied and high quality portfolio of projects across the South West
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed