Planner, Senior Planner, Planning Manager

Job Title: Planner, Senior Planner, or Planning ManagerLocation: Hampshire

The RolePenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a housebuilder who has an exciting opportunity to join a busy and dynamic Planning department. We are looking for two new Planners to join the team. This hands-on role will provide you with responsibility for overseeing the entire planning process from site inception through to the receipt of planning permissions and beyond. You will manage projects ranging from 30 to 200 units and work on future land promotion initiatives, ensuring that no two days are ever the same.

Reporting directly to the Director of Regeneration, this role is ideal for professionals with a minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience, whether you have worked as a Planner with a Planning Consultancy, Local Authority, or Residential Developer.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile and submit planning applications, conditions, and appeal documentation to Local Planning Authorities (LPAs).
• Conduct research on previous planning applications of sites as necessary to inform submissions.
• Manage the submission process of planning applications to LPAs.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including local authorities, external consultants, and internal teams.
• Represent the organization at Planning Committee Meetings and Public Consultation Meetings.
• Organise and maintain office systems, ensuring that computer records are accurate and up to date.
• Maintain a current record of LPA policies and Local Plan Reviews for internal reference.
• Monitor and review local planning policies, including transport strategies, local economy, green infrastructure, renewable energy, climate change, and the historic environment.
• Conduct research to support and inform planning applications.
• Negotiate and instruct external engineers and consultants, assisting in evaluating their services for the group.
• Collate and maintain evidence from public consultation meetings.
• Liaise with the planning team to ensure all necessary aspects for operational development are understood and addressed.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in urban planning, geography, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Planner (or higher), preferably in a Planning Consultancy, Local Authority, or Residential Developer environment.
• Proven experience in addressing the general public, council officers, and committee members in a public forum.
• Strong knowledge of planning processes, regulations, and planning approval requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Why Join?This is a great opportunity for a passionate and skilled planner to take on a varied and rewarding role within a growing, dynamic team. If you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same and enjoy a collaborative team atmosphere, we'd love to hear from you!

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