Job Description
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Assistant Planner
We are working on a new Assistant Planner opportunity with a highly successful house builder based in the West Midlands.
The purpose of the role is to carry out planning and development appraisals, prepare and submit planning and other related applications within the residential sector for both immediate and strategic sites.
Responsibilities:
Assist in producing site assessments, detailed examination of planning histories, policy analysis, interpretation and consideration of material considerations, and new site appraisals for immediate and strategic sites in a timely manner to meet required deadlines to maintain the relationship with the Land team and protect the interests of the company.
Assist with preparation and project managing different types of planning applications from Outline/Full and Reserved Matters to the discharge of planning conditions accurately so that the Region can maintain new sites to develop
Liaise and brief internal layout designers, external consultants and officers at local planning authorities prior, during and post submission in order to develop strong working relationships
Organise supporting information and attend required stakeholder/public consultation events with professionalism at all times to build confidence with the general public Formulating planning strategies to promote medium and long term development sites through the plan-making process under the guidance of the Planning Manager to continue a pipeline of new sites for the region
Monitor development plan progress and associated evidence based and policy documents within each local planning authority area
Previous experience working in the private or public sector in the field of development management / planning policy is essential. Degree / Masters Planning Degree with an RTPI accreditation and a rounded knowledge of town planning is preferable. Ideally you will have the ability to adapt to change and to work accurately and efficiently under pressure.
Offering a competitive salary (£25,000 - £30,000) plus package including car allowance and bonus. To apply for this Assistant Planner job, please send your CV to or call 07795 547888. To view our other vacancies in Planning, please visit our website
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