Location:North East England

Salary:£60,000–£65,000 + company car/allowance + bonus

Work Pattern:3 days per week in the office; travel to the South of England as required

Overview:

A leading renewable energy developer is seeking aSenior Development Plannerto join their multi-disciplinary team. You will lead planning strategy, prepare applications, secure permissions, and act as a key liaison with planning authorities and stakeholders.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop project planning strategies and advise on project design.

• Coordinate planning applications, environmental statements, and appeals.

• Engage with Local Planning Authorities, statutory consultees, and communities.

• Provide planning support to operational sites and project teams.

• Monitor and respond to national and local planning consultations.
  

Requirements:

• Degree in Town & Country Planning (or related) + chartered RTPI/IEMA status.

• 5+ years’ experience in planning applications and liaising with local authorities, ideally in renewable energy.

• Knowledge of TCPA, S36, or DCO regimes; experience with Environmental Impact Assessments.

• Strong communication, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills.

• Full UK driving licence and comfortable with regular travel.
  

What We Offer:

• Flexible working: 3 days in the office per week.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy projects.

• Collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.

• Competitive salary: £60,000–£65,000.