Planning Manager - Land

Planning Manager - Land

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Aldwych Consulting

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead planning activities for residential sites and drive projects through the planning process.
  • Company: Join a growing residential developer with a focus on impactful planning.
  • Benefits: Ownership of projects, clear progression routes, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional development and stakeholder engagement.
  • Why this job: Be part of a key growth stage and influence real developments in your community.
  • Qualifications: Degree in planning or related field; experience in managing planning applications.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

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 Manager - Land employer: Aldwych Consulting

Join a dynamic and expanding residential developer that values your expertise and offers a clear path for career progression. With a focus on impactful planning and a collaborative work culture, you'll have the opportunity to lead significant projects while enjoying a supportive environment that fosters professional growth. Located in a thriving area, this role provides unique advantages such as engaging with local communities and influencing the development landscape.

Aldwych Consulting

Contact Details:

Aldwych Consulting Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Planning Manager - Land

Planning Activity Management
Application Preparation and Submission
Strategic Land Promotion
Local Plan Process Knowledge
Land Acquisition Feasibility Assessment
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Negotiation Skills