Town Planner

Job Title:

Town Planner

Location:

Lancashire

As a Planner, you will play a key role in preparing and managing planning applications for both immediate and strategic residential sites across the North West. You will work closely with technical colleagues, consultants, local authorities, and stakeholders, gaining excellent exposure to the full planning process.

• Carrying out planning and development appraisals
• Preparing and managing planning applications (Outline, Full, Reserved Matters, Discharge of Conditions)
• Liaising with internal teams, consultants, and local planning authorities
• Preparing and reviewing planning statements, design & access statements, and supporting documents
• Supporting consultation events and stakeholder engagement
  
  Monitoring local plans and developing planning strategies to maintain a strong pipeline of sites

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Car allowance or company car
• Healthcare, life cover, and contributory pension
• Employee benefits platform with high-street discounts and wellbeing support
• Opportunity to work for a respected 5-star house builder with an excellent track record

• Previous experience in development management or planning policy (private or public sector)
• RTPI-accredited Planning degree (degree or masters)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work to deadlines
• Full UK driving licence