Strategic Planner

仕事内容

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Planner to join a business based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. As a Strategic Planner you will support the identification and assessment of new land opportunities and proactively manage the promotion of strategic sites for residential allocation. Working with the wider strategic land team you will help to secure planning permission on strategic land assets for the business.

Key Responsibilities –

Assist in establishing a strategy and programme for the promotion of strategic land sites and keep these under regular review through discussion with the appropriate Manager or Director.

Ensure that all sites are promoted in line with contractual and planning obligations and build relationships with landowners and agents, with reporting lines agreed with the appropriate Director.

Assist in the discussion of development proposals for sites with local planning authorities and other relevant bodies, through formal or informal pre-application routes.

Instruct and manage external consultants in line with the Company’s compliance procedures and monitor/report project budgets accordingly.

Coordinate the timely submission of representations at relevant stages of the development plan process, including responses to a LPA’s evidence base.

Manage preparation, and attendance, of public consultation events (virtual and in person, subject to current restrictions) to promote sites and applications. Assist in analysis of, and response to, feedback received.

Support the team with the preparation, submission and determination of planning applications.

Assist in the submission and management of planning appeals, ensuring all relevant deadlines are met.

Ensure all paperwork and reporting is produced accurately and as required by the Company.

Engage with other industry groups (e.g. HBF regional meetings) as appropriate and share updates with the wider team.

Undertake planning appraisals of new land opportunities, to include likely timescales for delivery, key constraints, and opportunities. Provide recommendations as to the suitability of the opportunity against the businesses requirements.

Undertake site visits both accompanied and unaccompanied.

Ensure compliance with the Company’s health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.

Show a strong team ethic within a multi-skilled Strategic Land team, demonstrating the businesses core values of Integrity, Caring and Quality

Competencies –

Planning-related qualification

Good project management skills and experience of working with consultant teams to achieve successful planning outcomes

Strong communication skills and experience of working with varied stakeholders and managing communications effectively

Strong interpersonal skills – including building and maintaining relationships with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders

Strategic approach – aware of wider circumstances that could impact on strategy and able to anticipate/ respond accordingly

Diligence and ability to prioritise workload

A commitment to work as required to meet the needs of the business.

Desirable –

Previous experience of working of a national housing developer or involvement with major residential schemes

RTPI accreditation at an appropriate level. Note that support can be given should a candidate wish to complete their APC (if not already chartered).

Experience of partnership working with local authorities.

The Good Stuff:

This is a fast paced and exciting place to work. They offer employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers.

Some of the key benefits include…

Competitive salary and package

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per annum

Company Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Sharesave scheme

Company car, car allowance or travel allowance (role and geographic dependant)

Support with a professional membership

Please get in touch without delay by sending your CV to natalie@threcruit.co.uk

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