Senior Planner

Multiple Senior Planner Jobs available with a housing developer based in Cornwall. You'll be involved in schemes typically ranging from 30 - 100 units, with plans to scale up as the business expands. Candidates will ideally need to come from a developer or private consultancy background, whether you're already operating at Senior Planner level or ready to step up. This is a full-time, office-based role offering a salary of 40,000 - 60,000.

Our client is a privately owned housebuilder operating across the South West, they focus on delivering thoughtfully designed homes with a strong emphasis on placemaking and architectural character. With a growing presence in Cornwall and surrounding areas, they blend traditional design with modern living standards.

• Oversee the preparation and submission of planning applications, including managing pre-application discussions, appeals, and negotiations on Section 106 agreements and planning conditions
• Provide expert planning input during site appraisals and land acquisitions, identifying risks and opportunities
• Coordinate the design and planning process, working with internal teams and external consultants to produce high-quality planning submissions
• Act as the main point of contact with local authorities, communities, and stakeholders to support applications and facilitate timely decisions
• Appoint, brief, and manage external planning consultants and technical specialists as needed
• Keep up to date with planning policy and legislative changes, advising the business on implications and required actions
• Represent the company at planning committees, public consultations, and hearings
• Contribute to project programming, risk assessment, and the overall delivery strategy.

• Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar; MRTPI qualified is strongly desired
• Experience managing the full planning submission process for residential projects
• Full UK Driving Licence and car
• Prior experience working with a housing developer or private consultancy is desirable.

• Salary of 40,000 - 60,000 DOE
• Company bonus scheme
• Christmas shutdown (alongside annual leave)
• Health insurance.

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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