Senior Planning Manager - Land Promotion & Development
Location: Cheshire
Are you an experienced Planning Manager or Senior Planning Manager looking to take the next step in your career? We're working with a highly successful and innovative land investment and land promotion business seeking a Senior Planning Manager to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping high-profile, complex developments across the UK.
The Role
As Senior Planning Manager, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of planning projects from initial feasibility through to local plan promotion, planning applications, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), and appeals. You'll work collaboratively with developers, landowners, investors, and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver commercially sound planning outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead the preparation of planning strategies, appraisals, and associated documentation
·Analyse site histories and interpret local and national planning policy
·Prepare high-quality, persuasive planning statements to support development proposals
·Oversee project timelines, budgets, and key deliverables
·Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders
·Monitor and manage planning applications through to determination
About You
·Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
·Chartered Member of the RTPI (or working towards)
·Minimum 5 years' experience within planning consultancy, housebuilding, or land promotion
·Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant legislation
·Proven track record in delivering successful planning outcomes
·Excellent communication and report-writing skills
·Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
What's on Offer
·Opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals
·Competitive salary and benefits package
·Exposure to major, high-value projects across the UK
·Collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking working culture
If you're a commercially aware Planning Manager or Senior Planning Manager with a passion for land development and promotion, this is a fantastic opportunity to further your career with a dynamic and respected organisation.
Apply now or call 02393 876 054 to discuss the role further!
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