Job description
Client-side Planning Manager Role
Up to £70,000
Flexible working (2 days in the office) (flexible working hours)
This is an unmissable opportunity to join a well-established and respected developer in a client-side role. Our client is seeking to hire a Planning Manager to join their team.
The company specialises in national land promotion, with a strong emphasis on residential and mixed-use developments. Reporting to the Planning Director, you will be responsible for developing and implementing planning strategies, leading planning applications, and supporting the wider team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to inform planning strategies and site promotions.
- Develop and implement planning and engagement strategies.
- Prepare and sign off planning reports, applications, appeals, and policy presentations.
- Support senior team members with planning matters as required.
- Review and provide feedback on external consultant reports.
- Manage workload effectively, including delegating tasks as needed.
- Lead public engagement and consultation events.
- Mentor and support junior planners.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience in residential planning (preferred but not essential).
- A degree in Planning or a related field, with eligibility for RTPI Membership.
- Proven ability to manage workloads and projects efficiently.
- Knowledge of site promotion through development plans and planning applications.
- A proactive and positive mindset.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ambition to take on leadership roles and advance within the company.
Why Join?
- Competitive salary & bonus scheme
- Market leading pension contribution
- Private medical cover
- Generous annual leave and service based increases
- Flexible benefits
- Hybrid role (2 days office, 3 days from home)
- Flexible hours
CPlowright@propsourceconsulting.com
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Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Greater Cheshire West and Chester Area
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 03-04-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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