Town Planner

Town Planner - Stratford-upon-Avon

Salary: £34,000 - £40,000 DOE

A fantastic opportunity to join a firm of land and property professionals with its Head Office in Warwickshire. Over the last five years, the business has grown and developed to over 200 staff and consultants based in offices across Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Leicestershire, and The Cotswolds.

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of planning applications and appeals.
• Prior approval applications and pre-application engagement.
• Preparing Planning Notes on land and buildings.
• Planning advice on farm diversification and asset enhancement opportunities.
• Liaising with Case Officers, Clients and Consultants regarding third party reports and project updates.
• Site assessments and development potential, including planning histories, policy analysis and interpretation of material considerations.
• Work with colleagues to increase knowledge of Planning Law and Practice and seek opportunities to develop and increase exposure to projects.

The Ideal Candidate

• Undergraduate Town Planning qualification.
• Minimum 3 years planning experience, ideally at least 18 months in the private sector.
• IT proficiency.
• Full driving licence, and access to your own vehicle.
• The ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks to ensure that deadlines are met.
• A willingness to be part of a team, to assist and interact with your colleagues.
• The ability to learn new skills and working methods and be adaptable to change.
• A proactive approach to work.
• Flexible team player.

Job Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus the bank holidays
• Long service holiday, plus birthday off
• Company pension
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Qualification funding & support
• Charity days
• Summer festival

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am -5.30pm, one day working from home