Senior Planner

Job Title: Senior PlannerLocation: Shropshire (covering all of England and Wales)Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a planning-led multi-disciplinary company based in Shropshire, covering all of England and Wales. Our client is seeking a Senior Planner to join their Applications Team and assist in managing a variety of planning and appeal casework. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to play a key role in the team's projects while supporting a wide range of clients across the country.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning-related Tasks:

• Client File Assessment: Review and assess potential new client files prepared by others to identify key issues and opportunities.
• Research: Conduct thorough research on site details, including planning history and relevant policies, to support planning applications and appeals.
• Site Visits: Conduct site visits to gather critical information and assess the suitability of locations for development.
• Fee Quotations: Prepare and present fee quotations for new projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project scope.
• Strategy Development: Formulate strategies for planning appraisals, identifying key challenges and solutions.
• Application Management:
  • Oversee the entire lifecycle of planning applications from appointment to determination.
  • Prepare documentation for fee invoices and assist with invoicing processes.
  • Develop statements and supporting documentation for planning applications, certificates of lawfulness, and appeals.
  • Coordinate the preparation of necessary documentation by the team and external consultants.
  • Monitor the progress of planning applications and lead negotiations with Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) and consultees.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients to provide updates and ensure their needs are met.
• Appeals:
  • Manage the preparation of appeal handover files and draft appeal statements.
  • Coordinate the submission of appeals and monitor progress through the appeal process.
  • Represent clients at planning appeals, ensuring their interests are effectively communicated.

General Office Duties:

• Maintain accurate records, both physical and electronic, to ensure efficient project management and compliance.
• Assist in general administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the practice.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to trainees and junior planners, supporting their development through the APC (Assessment of Professional Competence).

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Postgraduate qualification from an RTPI-accredited planning course.
• Chartered Membership of the RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute).

Experience/Expertise:

Essential:

• Demonstrated ability to write clear, technical, and legal documentation.
• Strong professional telephone manner and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to gather and interpret complex information.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or