Jobs in Knutsford, cheshire, uk

Job Title : Senior Planning Consultant / Principal Consultant Location : Knutsford Salary : Competitive plus benefits including bonus scheme, car allowance, annual leave increase for long service, and private health insurance Flexible Working : 3 days office-based, 2 days working from home, with flexible start / finish working hours

About the Role :

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic planning consultant to join a well-established Town Planning and Heritage Consultancy. The role will sit between Senior Planner and Principal Consultant, where you will work closely with a talented team, Directors, developers, architects, and local authorities to deliver high-quality planning advice and ensure compliance with national planning policies, heritage legislation, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide specialist planning advice to clients and colleagues, ensuring full compliance with planning policies and legislation.
• Manage and advise on planning applications and appeals, preparing planning appraisals and fee estimates.
• Prepare and submit Planning and Appeal Statements, and present evidence at Hearings when required.
• Attend and lead meetings with clients, consultants, and Council Officers, including Planning Committees and public consultation events.

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