Berrys
At Berrys, we're all about land and property. Working from four locations across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets.
You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team of not just planners, but heritage consultants, archaeologists, engineers and architects based in the Shrewsbury office. Our work ranges from applications and appeals to site promotions, spanning everything from self-build houses and farm buildings to urban extensions and solar farms. You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload of projects and to develop specialist skills in areas you find particularly interesting.
Duties And Responsibilities Of The Graduate Planning Consultant
The role will suit somebody who has recently graduated, due to graduate, or who has a few years' experience, and who is working towards their RTPI membership. Your role will encompass research, report writing, plan preparation, and the management of small applications. In addition to your own caseload of projects, you will help senior colleagues deliver larger developments.
You will have the opportunity to be in front of clients, so we are looking for somebody who is calm and confident, enjoys helping people, and understands and acts swiftly on instructions. Our clients are a diverse mix of householders, farmers, commercial and residential developers, investors, and landed estates. The role will include outdoor site visits and on-site advice, so you will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Requirements Of The Graduate Planning Consultant
* Undergraduate degree in town planning or a related subject
* Working towards membership of the RTPI
* Confident manner and willingness to learn from others
* Proactive and diligent
* Excellent written English and problem-solving abilities
* Experience in a relevant planning discipline, either public sector or private sector is preferable but not essential
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday.
Graduate Planning Consultant Benefits
The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop.
* We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience.
* We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training.
* We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all.
* We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab.
* We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working.
* We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays.
* An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday.
* We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service.
* Potential for discretionary bonus.
* We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST).
* Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services.
* We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes.
Closing Date: 8th May 2025
Please note that we may close this role early if sufficient applications are received; therefore, it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
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