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Principal Planner

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1AQ, England

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Principal Planner located in Bury St. Edmunds, offering both full-time and part-time options with working hours from 9am to 5pm.
  • The salary ranges from £40,000 to £50,000, depending on the candidate's experience, which must be at least 9 years in planning within the public or private sector.
  • Candidates are expected to be a Chartered Member of the RTPI and possess strong communication skills for building client relationships.
  • The role involves leading and managing diverse planning projects, providing expert advice, and mentoring junior team members while ensuring compliance with planning regulations.
  • The company offers a supportive work environment, flexible working arrangements, and a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and generous leave allowance.

Principal Planner | Bury St. Edmunds | Full Time/Part Time | 9am-5pm | £40,000+ (up to £50,000 depending on experience)

Are you an experienced planner ready to make your next career move?

Our client is an award-winning planning consultancy based in Bury St. Edmunds. With a collective of over 45+ years of experience in both the public and private sector, they offer a highly personalised planning services across urban and rural locations, predominantly in the East of England region.

This planning practice prides themselves on delivering cost-effective, tailored solutions for every client, ensuring that each project is unique and handled with care as a collective ‘team'.

They are looking for a driven and collaborative person, like you, to join their exceptional team.

If you are passionate about planning and thrive in a dynamic, supportive work environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Are you the right person for the job?

  • 9+ years of experience in planning (public or private sector)
  • Chartered Member of the RTPI
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
  • A collaborative team player who can work independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality planning outcomes

What will your role look like?

  • Lead and manage planning projects across a range of sectors, from private individuals to national housebuilders
  • Collaborate with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes
  • Provide expert planning advice and guidance to support both urban and rural developments
  • Ensure all proposals align with planning regulations and client goals
  • Opportunity to mentor junior members of the team

What can you expect in return?

  • A bonus scheme at the Directors' discretion
  • Royal London Pension Scheme
  • Flexible working as the company believe in work-life balance
  • Generous leave allowance
  • Networking Opportunities
  • You will be welcomed into an award winning team (winner of Small Business of the Year in West Suffolk 2023)
  • A great office environment: located in Bury St. Edmunds with a supportive and friendly team culture

This is an exciting opportunity to further your career with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and client satisfaction.

If you're ready to take on new challenges and work on varied planning projects, click APPLY now!

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