Associate Town Planner

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Allsop is a leading independent property consultancy with a strong reputation across commercial and residential real estate. As part of our continued growth, we are establishing a new Planning department and are seeking an experienced Associate Planner to play a key role in its development.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape and grow a planning function from the ground up within a well-established, market-leading business.

You will take a leading role in delivering high-quality planning advice across a broad range of property and development projects, working closely with senior colleagues and clients.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing and leading planning applications, appeals and pre-application strategies.
• Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients.
• Preparing and overseeing planning statements, reports and appraisals.
• Leading engagement with local planning authorities and key stakeholders.
• Supporting business development and helping to grow the Planning department.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.

MAIN CAPABILITIES

We are keen to hear from candidates with a strong consultancy or developer led planning background.

You will ideally have:

• A RTPI or RICS accredited master’s degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• RTPI or RICS membership or working towards chartered status (highly desirable).
• Proven experience delivering planning advice and managing applications.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.
• A commercial mindset with an interest in the wider property market.
• The ability to work autonomously and help shape a growing department.

WHY WORK WITH US?

Our approach at Allsop can be summed up as extremely efficient and professional with a lively and open working environment. We recognise the importance of helping individuals develop and we ensure that they have the expert knowledge and skills to provide a first-class service to our clients. We know that our staff are our main asset and with a firm belief that people should enjoy what they do, we go to great lengths to look after them.

• An owner managed business.
• We have around 250 staff operating in London, Leeds and Manchester.
• One of the UK’s most successful property consultancies.
• No 1 UK Property Auction House with dedicated commercial and residential teams.
• Friendly.
• Non bureaucratic.

We are not a corporate style firm; we have a friendly culture, and we like to think we are all one big team. Our offices are completely open plan, and we encourage open communication and collaborative working. Our Managing, Senior and Equity Partners are all based in the open plan office. This role will be based in our London West End office.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A key role in establishing and shaping a new Planning department.
• Exposure to a diverse range of high-profile projects and clients.
• Genuine scope to influence the direction and growth of the service.
• Competitive salary package £55,000-£65,000 (depending on experience) plus annual bonus.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and office closure over Christmas (3-5 days with colleagues “on leave” but not having to take annual leave to enjoy these days off).

To apply, via linkedin or preferably directly to Philippa Beaton at graduates@allsop.co.uk and include your CV and a short covering email explaining your interest in the role and Allsop.