Planning Manager - Land in York

Are you looking for more ownership, better projects, or a clearer route to progression? Do you want to be part of a growing, commercially driven environment where planning has real influence? We are working with a growing residential developer looking to expand its planning team, with opportunities available from junior through to experienced Planning Manager level. This is an opportunity to join at a key growth stage, where you'll have visibility across the full lifecycle of developments - from early land promotion through to delivery.

The role

• Lead or support planning activity across a portfolio of residential sites, helping to drive schemes through the planning process while contributing to strategic land promotion.
• Lead or support planning applications across multiple residential sites.
• Prepare, submit, and manage applications, appeals, and supporting reports.
• Support strategic land promotion through the Local Plan process.
• Provide planning input on land acquisition, feasibility, and site constraints.
• Manage relationships with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Negotiate planning conditions, Section 106 agreements, and obligations.
• Monitor planning policy and assess impact on projects.
• Coordinate external consultants and support internal reporting.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement and community consultation.

What we're looking for

• Degree (and ideally Master's) in Planning or related discipline.
• RTPI or RICS (or working towards).
• Experience in residential planning (developer, consultancy, or local authority).
• Strong knowledge of planning applications and development processes.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware with good judgement and problem-solving ability.
• Well organised, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Join a growing business with a strong pipeline of residential developments.
• Influence projects from early-stage strategy through to delivery.
• Genuine scope for progression as the team expands.
• Exposure to a broad mix of planning activity and stakeholders.
• Supportive environment with a focus on professional development.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced planning professionals.
• Involvement in projects that will shape communities and placemaking.

Package

• Competitive salary + bonus.
• Car allowance.
• Private medical.
• Pension.
• Generous holiday.
• Hybrid working.
• Support for RTPI membership and ongoing development.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.