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Job Opportunity: Planning Assistant or Planner/Senior Planner
Location: Bedfordshire (Hybrid: Mon-Thurs in office, Fridays from home)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
A respected and award-winning planning and development consultancy is looking to grow their talented team with the addition of either a Planning Assistant or a Planner/Senior Planner. This is a unique opportunity to join a commercially-focused consultancy known for its innovative, client-driven approach and vibrant team culture.
About the Role
You'll be part of a small, multidisciplinary team providing bespoke town planning and development consultancy services to a diverse client base. The role involves working on a wide range of development proposals, from urban extensions of several hundred homes to more modest residential schemes.
Key responsibilities may include:
Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
Site promotion and Local Plan representations (especially for Planner/Senior roles)
Supporting or leading on client liaison and strategy development
Engaging in S106 negotiations, viability assessments, and public consultations
Working collaboratively with local authorities and stakeholders to secure positive outcomes
Ideal Candidate
For Planning Assistant:
Some experience within a private consultancy setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A keen interest in learning about the commercial aspects of planning
For Planner/Senior Planner:
Demonstrable experience in Local Plan representations and strategic land promotion
Previous experience in a private consultancy is highly desirable
Ideally brings one or two active client relationships
Proven ability to manage projects independently and deliver commercially sound advice
What's on Offer
A collaborative and supportive work environment with real opportunities for progression
Exposure to varied and exciting projects with genuine responsibility from day one
Hybrid working: four days in the Cranfield office, with Fridays working remotely
A culture that values innovation, independence, and camaraderie
Regular social events and team celebrations
The chance to shape your career path in a consultancy that invests in its people
Interested?
Contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
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