Senior​/Principal Planner. LilyLifestyle

Senior or Principal Planning Consultant

Location:

Hereford

This position would suit an experienced planning professional from either the public or private sector who is looking to join a supportive team and continue progressing their career. You'll be confident, approachable, and capable of providing high-quality advice to clients and colleagues alike.

• Preparing Planning Statements
• Advising on Planning Strategy and Statutory Consents
• Coordinating and submitting Planning Applications
• Preparing and managing appeals
• Attending Town & Parish Council and Planning Committee meetings
• Leading on Call for Sites and Land Promotion projects
• Reviewing Consultant and Specialist Reports
• Supporting Environmental Statement preparation

We're looking for a professional who enjoys the people side of planning as much as the technical detail - someone proactive, communicative, and able to build strong client relationships.

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
• RTPI membership (or equivalent professional accreditation)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant professional experience
• Ability to manage projects and provide confident, independent advice
• Experience across a mix of urban and rural development projects
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for site visits)

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and qualifications
• Private healthcare for all employees
• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Birthday day off and additional leave for long service
• Agile/flexible working arrangements
• Professional memberships paid and funded CPD opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (including health plan and flu jab)
• Enhanced workplace pension
• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work)
• Employee loan and staff discounts following probation

If you're looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment.