Senior Policy & Promotions Planner

Congleton

Exciting Opportunity with a Leading Land Promotion and Development Company

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Policy & Promotions Planner to join a market-leading land promotion and development company in Congleton, Cheshire. This role is perfect for an ambitious planning professional who is eager to work on strategic land promotions and planning applications for residential and mixed-use developments.

The Role

Reporting to the Planning Manager/Planning Director, you will be responsible for securing local planning permissions and promoting major strategic sites through both the Local Plan process and planning applications. You will often act as the Lead Planner on projects, collaborating closely with Senior Project Managers and Directors.

You will play a vital role in shaping planning strategies, ensuring their successful implementation, and mentoring junior planners within the team.

Key Responsibilities

Draft and sign off reports for planning applications, appeals, and policy presentations.
Work closely with senior colleagues, supporting planning applications and strategic promotions.
Review reports from external consultants, providing feedback and final sign-off.
Conduct research and analysis to develop planning and site promotion strategies.
Prepare representations and reports for site promotion and planning applications.
Attend meetings with landowners, agents, and stakeholders to help secure new sites.
Develop and implement planning and community engagement strategies.
Carry out site visits and meetings with local authority officers.
Manage workloads effectively, meeting project deadlines and delegating tasks where necessary.
Lead public engagement and consultation events, ensuring effective community involvement.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior planners, assisting with queries and development.
Coordinate and contribute to complex planning research projects.About You

We are looking for a proactive and strategic thinker with experience in planning policy and development. You will have a strong understanding of Local Plans and strategic site promotion, as well as excellent communication and project management skills.

Essential Requirements:

Degree in Town Planning or a related subject.
MRTPI qualification (or working towards chartership).
Proven experience in strategic land promotion and planning applications.
Strong knowledge of Local Plan processes and planning policy.
Experience in preparing and reviewing planning reports and representations.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and delegate effectively.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong analytical and research abilities, with a keen eye for detail.Why Join?

Opportunity to work with a leading land promotion and development company.
Involvement in high-profile strategic planning projects.
Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.If you're a strategic and commercially minded planner looking for an exciting new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)