Senior and Principal Planner Roles – South East of England

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting and where appropriate acting as Lead for major projects in the energy (predominantly renewables) sector and other major planning applications in England, Scotland and Wales.
• Supporting and where appropriate acting as Lead for the delivery of feasibility studies, planning applications, environmental reviews, and documentation for colleagues across the Stephenson Halliday business.
• Working closely with clients and environmental stakeholders.
• Providing advice on planning matters.
• Leading and supporting the production of proposals and tenders, as well as practice promotion.
• Identifying opportunities and delivering multiple benefits.
• Contributing to the continued improvement of processes and procedures.
• Helping the Practice provide a professional planning service to our clients.
• Helping to coordinate and manage multidisciplinary teams working on planning projects.
• Nurturing positive relationship with clients and key stakeholders, building relationships and delivering high quality project work.
• Working with the wider planning team to manage workload and ensure the best use of resources.

Person Specification

• Degree or post graduate level qualified in a relevant discipline and, preferably qualified in Town Planning or a related environmental subject.
• Full membership of RTPI (or working towards attaining this).
• Membership of IEMA, Environmental Practitioner (REnvP) or Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a demonstrable ability to work as part of a dynamic team.

• Previous experience of working in a consultancy environment is advantageous.
• An excellent knowledge of the planning process including the current methods, legislation, techniques and guidance which direct the services we provide.

• A good knowledge of managing projects – including financial management, program management and quality control.
• Enjoyment of innovation and embracing advances in digital technology.
• Eligible to drive in the UK.
• Experience working in the Energy, Renewables and Minerals sectors is desirable but not essential and other experience will be considered.
• Experience of managing junior members of staff is desirable, but not essential.

Salary And Benefits

• Role and experience dependent – £34,000 – £55,000 +
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• A flexible wellbeing and benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, private health care and discounted gym memberships
• Professional Development including financial support for training and professional body membership, plus access to a wide array of courses via our online learning portal