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Strategic Land Planner
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are recruiting for a reputable planning consultancy in Bedford for a Strategic Development Planner with a strong background in policy knowledge, particularly in Local Plan representations and strategic land promotion ideally.
This role involves working closely with our Land and Planning departments to identify potential sites for residential and mixed-use development, considering technical and planning constraints.
The ideal candidate will have experience in residential development planning and a keen interest in further developing their skills in a dynamic environment.
Salary = £30-35,000 per annum
Selling points
Really fun and supportive culture in this office with brilliant staff social events and incentives including recently a trip to the Christmas market in Brussels last year, rugby matches and horse racing.
Flexible/hybrid working
Great development opportunities
Day-to-day of the role:
Collaborate with colleagues in the Planning and Land Departments to conduct site searches, considering factors like 5-year land supply, Green Belt, and market values.
Identify potential sites based on technical and planning constraints and conduct research into Local Plan, SHLAA, and Neighbourhood Plan.
Engage with landowners to discuss the planning merits of their sites and produce detailed site appraisals to assist with planning strategy.
Meet with developers to provide planning input during the site acquisition and sales processes.
Assist senior planning colleagues in Development Management tasks as required, which may include preparing and submitting planning applications, conducting site appraisals, and policy reviews.
Participate in public consultations, prepare materials, and attend events to represent the company.
Undertake administrative duties related to consultancy work, such as handling enquiry calls, producing Confirmation of Instructions, and managing time recording and invoicing.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience in strategic planning, particularly with Local Plan representations and land promotion.
Familiarity with planning policy and development management.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining strong relationships with developers, landowners, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Willingness to undertake further training and work towards professional qualifications in planning and environmental law.
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