OutThere RPO are supporting our client to recruit a Planning Assistant / Planner for a Home Development Company based in Eastleigh. Due to the company's continued growth, our client is looking to expand its internal planning team, through the addition of a Planning Assistant or Planner. Requirements What will I be doing as a Planning Assistant? Monitor national and local planning updates, including Local Plan progress and housing land supply positions Monitor local planning applications and latest appeal decisions Contribute towards the internal planning strategy, including undertaking relevant research Assist with coordinating the submission of planning applications and site promotion Assist with the review of schemes from a design, technical and sales perspective with relevant internal departments. Instruct, oversee and liaise with consultants, including the collation and review of relevant plans/documents Attend site visits and meetings with internal and external team members/stakeholders Develop and maintain good relations and networks with consultants, local authorities, landowners and other stakeholders Assist with reporting planning progress/updates internally Ongoing professional development with the opportunity to progress towards MRTPI accreditation Assist with maintaining internal filing to ensure up-to-date planning records Awareness of internal procedures, objectives, deadlines and budgets Raising payment requests and purchase orders Qualifications/Experience Experience within a developer/housebuilder, planning consultancy or Local Government required A full driving licence required and access to own vehicle OutThere work as a HR & Recruitment partner for the hiring organisation and are an equal opportunities employer. Our clients value diversity and strive to be highly inclusive. No terminology within this advert is intended to discriminate, we believe that equality, diversity, and inclusion is what helps us create an environment where everyone can achieve their full potential. Each applicant will be assessed in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the job. Benefits Full training and professional development opportunities A supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement Competitive salary and benefits package