Planning Applications Manager (Private Co)

Planning Applications Manager, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire

Salary:  £30,000 - £40,000 DOE

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am -5.30pm, one day working from home. 

The Company

As well as offering rural advice and professional services, our client manages commercial and residential property portfolios, residential sales and lettings, valuation, general practice work, planning and architecture, development, strategic land promotion, client accounting, block management and compulsory purchase.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of Planning Applications and appeals. 
• Prior approval applications and pre-application engagement.  
• Preparing Planning Notes on land and buildings.
• Planning advice on farm diversification and asset enhancement opportunities. 
• Liaising with Case Officers, Clients and Consultants regarding third-party reports and project updates.
• Site assessments and development potential, including planning histories, policy analysis and interpretation of material considerations. 
• Work with colleagues to increase knowledge of Planning Law and Practice and seek opportunities to develop and increase exposure to projects.

  The ideal candidate must have:

• Undergraduate Town Planning qualification. 
• Minimum 3 years planning experience, ideally at least 18 months in the private sector.
• IT proficiency.
• Full driving licence, and access to own vehicle.
• The ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks to ensure that deadlines are met.
• A willingness to be part of a team, to assist and interact with your colleagues.
• The ability to learn new skills and working methods and be adaptable to change.
• A proactive approach to work.
• Flexible team player.

Desired: 

• RTPI accredited Town Planning degree.
• Good keyboard skills.
• Report writing skills with good attention to detail.
• Previous work experience in the Private Planning Sector.
• Knowledge of architectural software and good design principles.