Senior Planning Manager

Senior Planning Manager

Location:

West London
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Planning Manager ready to take the next step into a senior role with more autonomy, strategic input, and impact? or a Senior Planning Manager looking for a change?

We are working with a respected residential developer in West London, seeking a Senior Planning Manager to lead planning strategy across a broad portfolio of residential and mixed-use schemes. This role is ideal for a planning professional with a background in consultancy, house building, development, or land promotion, looking to take full ownership of planning work streams and play a key role in delivering successful projects.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage the planning process for multiple development projects

· Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation

· Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and internal teams

· Monitor and interpret planning policy and ensure full compliance across projects

· Provide planning input to land, design, and development teams

· Assess planning risks and feasibility to support land acquisition

· Represent the company in public consultations, planning committees, and stakeholder meetings

Candidate Requirements:

· Strong experience in a senior planning role, preferably in residential or mixed-use development

· In-depth knowledge of the UK planning system and local policies

· Background in consultancy, house building, or land promotion

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

· Ability to manage multiple applications and deadlines efficiently

· MRTPI status (or working towards it) preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile:

· Commercially aware, solution-focused, and confident working independently

· Proven track record of securing planning consents

· Comfortable operating at a senior level within a development-led environment

What's on

Offer:

· Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)

· High-quality, high-impact projects

· Collaborative team environment with strong support for progression

· Long-term professional development opportunities

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To apply or find out more, please contact Ashleigh Waterhouse at Carrington West:
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