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Strategic Planning Manager

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Brentwood, Essex

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Planning Manager to join our team within Vistry Services, at our Brentwood or Cheltenham office. As our Strategic Planning Manager, you will promote and achieve planning permission for the development of strategic land assets held within the Vistry Strategic Land portfolio. You will proactively assist in the identification and assessment of new land opportunities, which have potential for future development by the business.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…

Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Christmas company shutdown
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…

Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
Degree / master's degree in planning or related subject OR Alternative routeway recognised for RTPI chartership
Previous experience of working within the Planning system whether for public or private sector
Highly literate with ability to formulate planning strategies in line with contractual and company requirements.
Financial acumen and budget management skills.
Good understanding of legal documents.
Ability to interpret and distill large volumes of information and technical data
Confident when working with landowners, agents, local authorities and other stakeholders
Decision maker with a pragmatic approach to problem solving
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
Excellent communication and project management skills
Able to influence and persuade others
Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirable…

RTPI qualified or working towards completion of your APC
Previous experience of working with a housing developer or consultancy within the private sector.
Previous experience of working with strategic land.
Previous experience of working in a partnerships business.More about the Strategic Planning Manager role…

Establish, and review, planning strategies to ensure that each strategic land asset is effectively promoted to achieve a local plan allocation and/or planning consent acceptable to the Company as soon as reasonably practicable.
Report key policy changes or milestones to the appropriate Director and ensure that promotion strategies are updated as required.
Ensure that all sites are promoted in line with contractual and planning obligations and build relationships with landowners and agents.
Discuss development proposals for sites with local planning authorities and other relevant bodies, through formal or informal pre-application routes.
Instruct and manage external consultants in line with the Company's compliance procedures and monitor/report project budgets accordingly.
Coordinate the timely submission of representations at relevant stages of the development plan process, including responses to an LPA's evidence base.
Manage preparation, and attendance, of public consultation events (virtual and in person) to promote sites and applications. Analyse, and respond to, feedback received.
Lead the preparation, submission, and determination of planning applications.
Lead the submission and management of planning appeals, ensuring all relevant deadlines are met.
Lead the negotiation of s106 Agreements in consultation with colleagues within the wider Strategic Land Team and regional business unit.
Ensure all paperwork and reporting is produced accurately and as required by the Company.
Engage with other industry groups (e.g. HBF regional meetings) as appropriate and share updates with the wider team.
Work with the wider Strategic Land Team in the identification of new land opportunities and assist in acquiring the site under an option/ at suitable terms
Undertake site visits both accompanied and unaccompanied.
Ensure compliance with the Company's health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. 

Join us in making Vistry. 

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