Job Description
Graduate Planner Location:
Peterborough (Travel to developments will be required) Salary:
Competitive There has never been a better time to join our clients and be part of their exciting growth journey. The company is a housebuilder operating in Central, Eastern and Southwest England employing approximately 240 employees across 3 regions. They are proud of their people, and collaboration and teamwork is key to everything they do. They are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help them achieve their ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of their journey and grow their career along with their success. Their mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to their communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone. This is an opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual who wants the opportunity to develop a career in the housebuilding industry. The Role As a Planning Graduate you will work with the Land and Planning teams getting involved at the first stage of the build process to acquire land for development with a view of building quality homes and communities. There will be a variety of exciting projects to work on, helping develop your knowledge and skills. Key Responsibilities * Assisting planning colleagues to complete appraisals for potential immediate and strategic development opportunities. * Assisting Planning colleagues in the co-ordination and preparation of planning applications and then maintaining involvement throughout the planning process. * Management of minor variation, condition clearance, pre-application advice and section 106 obligation discharge applications. * Coordination of public engagement exercises and liaison with key stakeholders and community groups. * Developing relationships with Local Planning Authorities and industry professionals. * Assistance in maintaining a Local Planning Authority Monitoring database. Skills and Experience * RTPI accredited course * Related work experience beneficial * Well organised, with excellent attention to detail * Strong verbal, numerical and report writing skills * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships with a variety of clients * Team player: demonstrating an ability to integrate and function within a busy, multi-disciplinary team and wider business / office. * Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and have good time management skills * Highly motivated, with a desire to progress, deliver high standards of work The successful Graduate Planner will preferably hold an MRTPI accredited degree with a willingness to proceed through the APC process (to be supported by the Planning team). Benefits * Competitive salary and package; and * Excellent opportunities for career progression within a dynamic team eager to support your professional development. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, then please do not hesitate in applying.
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