Bennett and Game have the pleasure of exclusively representing a prestigious regional house developer based near Redhill, Surrey who are seeking a Head of Planning to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Planning to join a company with current turnover of £50 million and with steady growth plans anticipated. Our client is genuinely proud of their product, and are widely considered one of the premium house builders from both a specification and build quality perspective in the Home Counties and southeast of England.

This is an exciting time for a Head of Planning to come on board who currently have 14 developments in progress ranging from high-spec apartments through to 5&6 bed houses of a high-end and high-spec nature.

Head of Planning Salary & Benefits

• Salary Expectations: £70k to £85k DOE
• Car Allowance £550 - £650 a month DOE
• 23 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• £50 mobile phone allowance
• NEST Pension
• Private Medical Insurance - after probation
• Other benefits to be discussed at interview

Head of Planning Job Overview

• The appointment and coordination of external planning consultants to oversee workloads on applications and appeals
• Support the land buying team on appraisals on future land purchases
• Undertake thorough site assessments.
• Manage planning applications and planning condition discharges.
• Prepare and manage the submission of planning applications.
• Oversee s106 agreements and ensure planning condition compliance.
• Support the Land & Planning team throughout the project management process, including amendments and discharge of conditions.
• Reporting to Managing Director

Head of Planning Job Requirements

• Previous experience working in the private or house builder sector in the field of planning policy / strategic land
• Degree / Masters Planning Degree with an RTPI accreditation and a rounded knowledge of planning
• Ability to adapt to change and to work accurately and efficiently under pressure
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

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