Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading planning and environmental consultancy with the appointment of a Senior Planner to join their growing Newcastle team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner with 3+ years’ consultancy experience who is looking to take the next step in their career, work on a diverse range of exciting projects, and develop their professional expertise within an established and supportive team.

The Role

The successful Senior Planner will work across a varied portfolio of public and private sector projects, providing planning advice and supporting clients in securing planning permissions for a range of development schemes.

You will have the opportunity to work across sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, education, retail, energy, leisure, employment and major infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of planning projects and clients.
  • Providing high-quality planning advice throughout the development process.
  • Preparing and submitting planning applications.
  • Liaising with clients, local authorities, stakeholders and communities.
  • Supporting projects across areas including renewable energy, environmental, marine and major infrastructure.
  • Contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and wider environmental projects.
  • Managing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
  • Keeping up to date with changes to planning legislation, policy and best practice.
  • Supporting and mentoring more junior members of the team.
  • Building strong relationships with clients and helping to develop new opportunities.

About You:

• A relevant degree in Planning or a related discipline.
  • At least 3 years’ experience within planning, ideally gained within a consultancy environment.
  • Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant legislation.
  • Experience managing planning applications and projects from inception to completion.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational and project management abilities.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
  • RTPI Chartered or working towards Chartered status would be advantageous.
  • Experience within EIA, environmental planning, renewable energy or major infrastructure would be desirable.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
  • Support towards professional qualifications and membership fees.
  • Contributory pension.
  • Private healthcare and life insurance.
  • 33 days annual leave including public holidays.
  • Annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme.
  • Bonus and loyalty schemes.
  • Qualifications awards and further career development opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to join a growing consultancy with a strong pipeline of work and genuine opportunities for progression.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or josh.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk