Planning Consultant

Planning Consultant Chichester | £29,000–£38,000 An independent planning practice in Chichester is looking for a Planning Consultant to join its close-knit team. The workload is varied, the client contact is genuine and good people are trusted with responsibility early. The opportunity The team’s workload includes householder, residential, commercial, rural and heritage planning matters.

The central purpose of the position is to develop broad practical experience in a close-knit practice with regular site and client contact. Prepare clear planning appraisals, statements and strategic advice. Manage planning applications and coordinate technical inputs. Maintain regular, professional communication with clients and project teams.

Negotiate constructively with local planning authorities and other stakeholders. Support larger instructions while steadily increasing your own project responsibility.

About you

Planning degree; some local authority or consultancy experience; clear writing and enthusiasm for chartership. You should also be organised, dependable and able to explain planning issues in straightforward language. The business is interested in people who value good advice and long-term client relationships rather than unnecessary internal politics.

You are not expected to know everything on day one. What matters is a sound academic base, some practical understanding of the planning system and the judgement to ask for support when needed. Package and working arrangements The salary is £29,000–£38,000. The wider package includes mentoring, RTPI support, pension, flexible hours and a supportive office culture.

Exact arrangements will depend on experience and will be discussed openly during the process. To apply or discuss the role confidentially, contact: Shaun Lewis Director | FutureGen Recruitment [email protected] 07789 371470