At a Glance
- Tasks: Support housing and land planning, manage projects, and mentor junior colleagues.
- Company: Join a leading firm focused on innovative housing solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on residential projects across England.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in housing planning while growing your career.
- Qualifications: RTPI qualified with strong communication and teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- To support the partners in the housing and land planning team
- To contribute to the growth of the housing and land planning team
- To take initiative to resolve project and internal matters that arise
- To be responsible for one’s own and junior colleague’s performance, managing and delegating effectively
- To keep abreast of market and professional information to identify profitable business opportunities
- To work collaboratively with other parts of the business and explore business opportunities
- To nurture existing client relationships to win repeat business independently or as part of a team
Main Duties, Responsibilities, Accountabilities
- Reporting to Head of Housing and Land:
- Providing direct client advice and managing junior staff to prepare advice to clients
- Developing planning strategies, preparing programmes and reviewing information
- Drafting or reviewing reports, co-ordinating the preparation and submission of planning applications/ appeals/ representations
- Identifying new business opportunities, assisting in firm-wide business development and preparing fee proposals
- Developing individual client base
- Providing planning advice to clients and attending meetings
- Assisting in the development and training of staff, including mentoring junior staff
- Responsible for maintaining continuing professional development for self and junior colleagues
- Any additional duties as reasonably requested
Desired Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualification
- RTPI Qualified
- Excellent communicator, both written and verbal
- Team Player who enjoys working collaboratively across Teams and Departments
- High service delivery skills
- An independent thinker
- Previous experience of working across England preferably with experience in delivering residential led projects
Senior Planner - Housing & Land employer: Montagu Evans LLP
Montagu Evans LLP is an excellent employer for those seeking a dynamic and rewarding career in commercial planning. Located in the vibrant city of London, the firm offers a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and direct client engagement, allowing employees to thrive on diverse projects. With a strong focus on retail and logistics, team members benefit from unique growth opportunities and the chance to work closely with experienced partners in a supportive environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Planner - Housing & Land
RTPI Qualification
Client Advisory Skills
Project Management
Team Leadership
Business Development
Report Drafting and Review
Planning Application Coordination
