Planning Manager - Client Side

Job Title: Planning Manager (1-Year Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover)
Location: London

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join a dynamic and growing team on a one-year fixed term maternity cover contract. This role is ideal for a chartered town planner with five to ten years' experience, looking to lead on key projects and support the UK Head of Planning in managing daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide planning support to the UK Head of Planning.
• Lead and manage individual and portfolio planning projects.
• Act as Project Manager, ensuring high-quality project documents are delivered on time.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants (e.g., planning, highways).
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate planning applications and appeals for digital advertising and alternative use applications.
• Conduct planning due diligence, research, and policy analysis.
• Manage project schedules using Smartsheet and maintain planning records.
• Represent the company at landlord meetings, local authority discussions, and industry events.
• Keep up to date with relevant planning regulations, policies, and legislation.
• Deliver planning-related CPD sessions to the wider team.
• Maintain RTPI status through continuous professional development.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the team and business.

Key Stakeholders:

• Planning Team
• Development Team
• Acquisition Team
• Legal Team
• Estates Team
• Build Team

Experience & Skills Required:

• Chartered Member of the RTPI.
• Strong experience in planning applications, appeals, and project management.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• A driven and collaborative team player.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 30 days)
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme (totalling 8% contributory)
• Death insurance (3x salary)
• Group income protection (50%)
• Company bonus scheme
• Health insurance (eligible after 6-month probation)

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and evolving industry.

Interested in hearing more?

For applications, or for more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Josh Jones at (url removed) or call (phone number removed)