Vivid Resourcing
Senior Planner
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Senior Planner
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £40,000–£45,000 depending on experience
Working Pattern: Hybrid
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Planner to join a growing and dynamic planning consultancy.
The business has a strong pipeline of work and is looking to strengthen its planning team with an experienced planner who can take ownership of a varied caseload, manage client relationships and contribute to the wider team.
You will have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of projects, from smaller residential extensions through to larger-scale developments, while working closely with clients and Local Planning Authorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and projects.
- Preparing and submitting planning applications and associated documentation.
- Liaising with clients, Local Planning Authorities and other stakeholders.
- Providing planning advice and developing practical solutions to planning matters.
- Managing projects from inception through to determination.
- Taking a front-facing role with clients and stakeholders.
- Confidently communicating with clients and Local Planning Authorities by phone, email and in meetings.
- Working across a range of Local Planning Authorities.
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team.
- Contributing to the continued growth and development of the consultancy.
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About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- 2–3 years' relevant planning experience.
- A strong understanding of the UK planning system.
- RTPI membership or be actively working towards MRTPI.
- Experience managing planning applications and projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Confidence speaking with clients and Local Planning Authorities.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
- Strong attention to detail and written planning ability.
- The ability to manage your own workload within a fast-paced consultancy.
- An interest in progressing your career and taking on increasing responsibility.
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The Team & Culture
The team has a young, social and collaborative culture, with regular social events and company trips. The business is continuing to grow, with further expansion planned as its strong pipeline of work develops.
What's on Offer
- Hybrid working.
- 25 days' annual leave - No requirement to use over Christmas.
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Annual performance reviews.
- NEST pension scheme.
- Private healthcare, including dental and optical cover.
- Regular company trips and social events.
- Strong opportunities for career progression.
- Varied project portfolio.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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