Senior Planner

Liverpool, Merseyside
Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to announce that we are working with a well-established Planning and Environmental Consultancy. Operating all across the UK they specialise in infrastructure, telecommunication and renewable energy. They are looking for an experienced planner to join their office in Liverpool! Due to a sustained period of growth within the company they are looking for someone who is ambitious and wants to grow their career rapidly within the company.

The Role:

• Writing and leading on a wide variety of planning applications
• Writing planning reports for different Planning Authorities
• Manage a multi-disciplinary team of professionals
• Liaise with primary clients throughout the planning process
• Undertake background research, conduct site visits and preparing planning assessments and reports
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and clients to produce successful results
• Liaising with local authorities and other statutory bodies regarding planning applications etc
• Attend meetings with clients, project teams and other stakeholders
• You will be helping mentor the more junior staff members

Requirements to apply:

• Must have some post-graduate experience – both private and public sector will be considered or a combination!
• MRTPI qualified or working towards completion
• Excellent knowledge of the UK Planning system and up to date legislation
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to come up with new solutions to potential problems that may arise
• Th e ability to work under tight deadlines whilst still producing high quality results

• Strong communications skills both written and verbal
• Must have competent IT skills and analytic skills
• Being highly motivated and ambitious is highly desirable for this position
• Must work well as part collaboratively – my client values teamwork and a supportive attitude in the office
• Full Driving Licence and own vehicle.

This position offers a competitive and negotiable salary with bonus structure in place. My client is also offering a generous benefits package. They offer internal progression and will support employees and encourage them with their professional planning careers. They are committed to the career growth and development of their team. This position is permanent.

The Director is looking to meet with people who share the same enthusiasm and passion for planning. People who want to commit to supporting the current team of strong professionals.

To apply or find out more contact Kyra on or email .