Senior Planner or Principal Planner

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Full time
Location: Cheltenham
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Job offered by: CV Library
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Senior Planner / Principal Planner - Two Roles Available

Cheltenham

Are you an ambitious planning professional seeking an opportunity to advance your career? A forward-thinking planning consultancy based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire is looking for two talented individuals to join their team at either Senior or Principal Planner level.

This is your chance to work with a collaborative and innovative team that delivers high-quality, outcome-driven planning services for diverse clients.

The Role:

As a Senior or Principal Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering expert planning advice and ensuring successful outcomes for clients. Your key responsibilities will include:

Managing planning applications and producing robust, evidence-based reports. Preparing and presenting evidence for appeals on behalf of clients. Advising clients on current and emerging planning legislation and policies. Providing mentorship to junior team members, sharing knowledge and expertise. Supporting business development activities, securing repeat work, and building strong client relationships. Ensuring service improvements by applying a commercial lens to your work and contributing to innovative solutions. This is a varied role that offers the chance to work across multiple planning sectors, including land development, industrial sites, and listed buildings.

About You: We're seeking professionals with a strong grounding in planning and a drive to excel. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: A degree in a planning discipline (RTPI membership is desirable). At least 3 years of relevant experience in either local authority or the private sector. A solid understanding of planning legislation and its application. The ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and client presentations. A proactive approach to mentoring and supporting junior colleagues. A team-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering quality results.

What's on Offer: This consultancy values its employees and offers a competitive benefits package, including: Competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience. Hybrid working to balance office collaboration with flexibility. Flexible working arrangements tailored to individual needs. Life insurance and private medical care for your peace of mind. Opportunities for professional growth and career progression in a dynamic, fast-growing company.

Why Join? This role offers the chance to contribute to an expanding consultancy with a strong reputation for excellence. Whether you're stepping into a Senior Planner role or advancing as a Principal Planner, you'll have the support and resources to thrive in your career.

Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed). #J-18808-Ljbffr

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