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Senior Planner

July 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Senior Planner

Senior Planner Job in Bodmin, Cornwall

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.

Role & Responsibilities

  • 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.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 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.

What you get back

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

Apply

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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Senior Planner Job in Cornwall - Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref: 15342)

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