Planner - Research and Analysis

Planner – Research & Analysis

• Bedford or Sheffield | Hybrid Working Available
• Competitive Salary (DOE)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planner (Research & Analysis) to join a leading multidisciplinary planning consultancy, working within a specialist team that sits at the heart of strategic planning and evidence-based decision making.

This is a fantastic role for a graduate or early-career planner, economist or geographer looking to build a career in the analytical and strategic side of planning.

You will join a highly regarded Research & Analysis team
, supporting planning applications, appeals, land promotion and Local Plan work across the UK.

This role offers exposure to a wide range of projects across both the private and public sectors
, working alongside planning, urban design, transport and environmental specialists.

Your work will focus on:

• Supporting planning applications and appeals with robust evidence
• Producing housing land supply and housing need assessments
• Analysing employment land demand and economic impacts
• Contributing to Local Plan Examinations and planning inquiries
• Undertaking demographic, socio-economic and market analysis
• Preparing clear, concise and commercially focused reports

You will play a key role in shaping the evidence behind major planning decisions — making this a highly influential and rewarding position.

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical capability and a genuine interest in the strategic side of planning and development.

You will likely have:

• A degree in Town Planning, Economics, Geography or a related discipline
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capability
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills
• A high level of attention to detail
• An interest in planning policy, housing delivery and economic growth

Experience with in planning or research (through study or work) is beneficial but not essential.

Desirable:

• Experience with GIS or data modelling tools
• Understanding of UK planning policy and processes
• Exposure to socio-economic research or evidence-based planning

• Competitive salary around £28,000 - £30,000
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private healthcare (BUPA)
• Life insurance and income protection
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Structured training and CPD programme
• Clear progression opportunities
• Support towards RTPI chartership (where applicable)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

This is a people-focused, employee-led consultancy that places a strong emphasis on:

• Professional development
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Work-life balance
• Long-term career progression

You’ll be working in an environment where your development is genuinely supported, and where you’ll gain exposure to high-quality, meaningful work from day one.

For a confidential discussion to find out more, please contact:

Rob Hanks
Futuregen Recruitment