Development Planner

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Job Title:

Development Planner

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne | North East

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development Planner to join a well-established in-house planning team for a major landowner and developer based in the North East.

This role would suit a Planner at an early stage of their career, including recent graduates or those with some industry experience, who are looking to gain exposure to a broad and diverse portfolio of projects.

You will be involved in schemes ranging from small-scale rural and agricultural developments through to large strategic urban extensions, working across sectors including residential, commercial, renewables, minerals, heritage and conservation, landscape, tourism, and leisure.

The Role

As a Development Planner, you will support and manage planning activity across a varied land and development portfolio, working closely with statutory bodies, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications across mixed-use, residential, commercial, and renewable developments
Leading on planning projects and providing internal advice on planning policy and development potential
Undertaking site appraisals, feasibility and viability assessments, and risk analysis
Drafting and reviewing planning statements and associated application documents
Managing external consultants providing technical input
Supporting projects through all pre-construction stages and ensuring ongoing planning compliance during construction and operation
Representing the organisation at planning committees, public inquiries, and stakeholder meetings
Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, development partners, and consultancy teams
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of UK planning legislation, the NPPF, and local planning policy

About You

Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related discipline (RTPI-accredited or working towards accreditation)
Some industry experience is desirable (consultancy, local authority, developer, property, or construction background)
Good all-round understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Confident communicator with the ability to represent an organisation professionally
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Commercially aware with an interest in the development process
Full UK driving licence

The Offer

Full-time role (35 hours per week)
Attractive working environment based on Newcastle Quayside
Flexible working arrangements, including some homeworking
Competitive salary and pension scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Professional development and mentoring support towards Chartered RTPI membership
Cycle to Work scheme

Interested?
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 on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)