Senior Planner - Opportunity in Newcastle
Exciting opportunity for a dynamic Senior Planner to join a growing and highly respected firm, based in Newcastle. This role offers a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to work on a diverse range of projects for prestigious clients.
Please email james.zyda@hirecracker.com or call James Zyda on 07719 983 835 for more details.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
As a Senior Planning Consultant with our client, you will play a key role in driving forward major projects, working alongside senior staff and directors, and ensuring compliance with planning legislation and policies. Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting senior staff and directors on major planning projects.
* Managing small to medium-sized planning applications.
* Undertaking research and preparing planning appraisals for land, buildings, and concepts.
* Preparing and submitting planning reports, applications, and environmental statements.
* Liaising with planning officers, consultees, and third-party stakeholders.
* Cultivating strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and professionals.
* Developing creative and original planning solutions.
* Taking financial responsibility for projects from inception to completion.
* Remaining informed about planning policies and practices.
SENIOR PLANNING CONSULTANT - DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
* 4 - 8 years of experience in the private or public planning sector.
* Degree-qualified in a relevant field with a genuine passion for planning.
* Strong understanding of planning principles and policy.
* Ability to manage multiple projects, with great organisational skills.
* Proven ability in technical writing and delivering presentations.
* Creative problem-solver and effective communicator.
* Experience managing small to medium-sized projects and client relationships.
BENEFITS:
* Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
* Flexible working arrangements, including part-time remote work.
* Generous holiday entitlement with 33 days per year (including bank holidays).
* Private healthcare.
* Opportunities for career progression, training, and personal development.
* Positive work environment with regular social events and a great company culture.
TO BE CONSIDERED…
If you are an experienced Senior Planning Consultant looking to contribute to a growing team, develop your career, and work on diverse and exciting projects, we would love to hear from you. To apply or for more information, please email james.zyda@hirecracker.com or call James Zyda on 07719 983 835.