Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Planning Consultant – Birmingham
I'm currently working with a well-established and highly regarded planning and land consultancy that is looking to appoint a Planning Consultant to join its growing Birmingham team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planner to be part of a collaborative, commercially minded consultancy that works on a diverse range of projects across the UK, including residential, commercial, infrastructure and regeneration schemes.
The Role
As a Planning Consultant, you'll be involved in the delivery of planning advice and applications from an early stage through to determination. You'll work closely with colleagues, clients and local authorities, gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects and developing strong professional relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and managing planning applications, appeals and supporting statements
- Undertaking site appraisals and providing planning advice to clients
- Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and statutory consultees
- Contributing to project strategy and delivery within agreed timescales
- Supporting senior colleagues on more complex planning matters
About You
My client is keen to speak with planners who are ambitious, personable and commercially aware.
You'll ideally have:
- A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
- Working towards (or already holding) MRTPI status
- Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to manage your own workload and work effectively as part of a team
What's on Offer
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Clear progression and structured career development
- Exposure to high-quality, varied projects
- A supportive and professional team environment in Birmingham
If you're a planning professional looking to take the next step in your career within a respected consultancy environment, I'd be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you in more detail.
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