Senior Planner
Location: Crowborough, East Sussex
Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting planning consultancy, in their search to recruit a Senior Planner for their Crowborough office in East Sussex.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Planner to join a well-established and respected planning consultancy, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, and rural sectors. The role offers a balanced hybrid working arrangement and the chance to take real ownership of planning projects.
The Role
As a Senior Planner, you will manage planning projects from inception through to determination, providing high-quality, commercially focused planning advice to clients.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and managing planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions
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Preparing high-quality planning statements and supporting documentation
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Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy analysis
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Acting as the main point of contact for clients and local planning authorities
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Attending meetings, site visits, and committee hearings where required
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Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team
About You
The successful Senior Planner will have:
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MRTPI Chartered status
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3–5 years’ experience within the private sector
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Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development management
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Proven experience leading planning applications independently
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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A proactive and commercially aware approach
Why Apply?
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Hybrid working model
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Opportunity to join a supportive and experienced planning team
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Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio
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Clear scope for continued professional development and progression
If you are interested in this Senior Planner position based in Crowborough, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for further information.
