Senior Planner (rural remote)
| Posting date: | 17 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 August 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, North West, m13hu |
| Company: | Connections Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57302967 |
Summary
Are you an experienced Planner with proven Green Belt expertise looking to take the lead on diverse and challenging projects? This is an opportunity to join a well-established rural and property consultancy with an ambitious, forward-thinking team.
You’ll manage a mix of rural, commercial, and residential planning projects, taking full ownership from appraisals to appeals. Green Belt experience is essential, and you’ll be a key contact for clients, delivering tailored, strategic planning solutions.
Leading a small team, including a Graduate Planner and an Assistant Project Manager/Planner, you’ll work closely with directors and play a crucial role in shaping successful outcomes.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects from start to post-decision
- Leading on Green Belt applications and appeals
- Mentoring and supporting junior team members
- Developing bespoke planning strategies to meet client goals
- Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Using technology and digital tools to streamline processes
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years’ planning experience with proven Green Belt expertise
- MRTPI Chartered (or eligible) preferred
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Confident communicator, able to work independently and collaboratively
- Comfortable using CRM systems and other digital tools
What’s On Offer
- Salary circa £45,000 depending on experience
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Hybrid or remote working – some face-to-face meetings with directors required (every 2 weeks or monthly minimum)
- Full admin and professional support
- Ongoing CPD and a clear progression path
- Supportive, close-knit team environment
Interested? If you’re ready to take the next step in your planning career and want to work on meaningful rural and Green Belt projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
You’ll manage a mix of rural, commercial, and residential planning projects, taking full ownership from appraisals to appeals. Green Belt experience is essential, and you’ll be a key contact for clients, delivering tailored, strategic planning solutions.
Leading a small team, including a Graduate Planner and an Assistant Project Manager/Planner, you’ll work closely with directors and play a crucial role in shaping successful outcomes.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects from start to post-decision
- Leading on Green Belt applications and appeals
- Mentoring and supporting junior team members
- Developing bespoke planning strategies to meet client goals
- Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Using technology and digital tools to streamline processes
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years’ planning experience with proven Green Belt expertise
- MRTPI Chartered (or eligible) preferred
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Confident communicator, able to work independently and collaboratively
- Comfortable using CRM systems and other digital tools
What’s On Offer
- Salary circa £45,000 depending on experience
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Hybrid or remote working – some face-to-face meetings with directors required (every 2 weeks or monthly minimum)
- Full admin and professional support
- Ongoing CPD and a clear progression path
- Supportive, close-knit team environment
Interested? If you’re ready to take the next step in your planning career and want to work on meaningful rural and Green Belt projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.