DCT Recruitment is seeking an experienced Planner/Senior Planner. Our client is a forward-thinking and dynamic planning consultancy. They are committed to innovation, excellence, and growth. As part of the strategic expansion, they are setting up a new office in Manchester to better serve our clients and stakeholders in the region.
You're Role
Working across the team's diverse project base, you will be responsible for all stages of planning work, from the preparation and submission of fee proposals, initial appraisals, to the preparation and submission of applications (of all types), planning appeals and planning inquiries, to include dealing with planning enquiries and/or planning policy advice.
As a commercially minded individual you will be supported in developing your own client base and taking the lead on projects with budgetary accountability.
You will need to be a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI), or working towards charter ship, with experience of preparation and submission of planning applications.
You will be technically sound and have up to date knowledge of UK planning methods, legislation, procedures, and standards.
You will be capable of assisting with the management of a varied workload and be confident taking on the responsibility for the day-to-day management of concurrently running projects.
To be successful in the role you will have the following key skills and experience:
- Ability to deliver reliable technical expertise in a timely and efficient way.
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to work under your own initiative to meet our client's expectations and help expand our business.
- Have excellent communication skills, allowing you to work effectively with multi-skilled teams internally and externally.
- Above all, you will have a "can-do" and positive approach to your career.
We take Continuous Professional Development (CPD) seriously and provide a structured training programme to help people achieve their career goals and reach their full potential.
- The position is full-time, with flexible working options, working a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.
- We are offering a competitive salary, which will be reviewed annually and based upon your experience.
- Your professional fees will be paid by the Company annually
- You will have access to the Company's Private Health Care scheme.
- Membership of the Company pension scheme with 5% company contribution
The position is subject to a 6-month probationary period.
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