Job Description

Planner - Major Infrastructure + £1,750 Placement Bonus*

Location and Working Arrangements: Cambridge - Hybrid - Full Time

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Receive a £1,750 bonus for joining the team*

Shaping a better future through inspired planning.

The Company:

Join a leading independent and forward-thinking multi-disciplinary consultancy that delivers exceptional planning, design, and environmental services across the UK. With a strong emphasis on regional expertise and client relationships, our client has played a pivotal role in delivering some of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, including the largest consented solar farm in the country.

They're passionate about shaping spaces that create social and environmental value while offering a vibrant workplace full of growth opportunities.

The Role:

As a Planner, you’ll support the dynamic planning team in managing a variety of exciting infrastructure projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow into a key contributor within a nationally respected consultancy.

What You'll Do:

• Manage budgets and work in progress for assigned sections or projects.
• Build expertise in planning applications, appeals, and pre-application enquiries.
• Conduct planning appraisals and research.
• Draft and oversee planning applications and liaise with clients and stakeholders.
• Support engineers and architects in producing drawings and planning documents.
• Create fee proposals and contribute to new business generation.
• Engage in community consultations, public examinations, and committee meetings.
• Attend site visits and client meetings to ensure projects stay on track.

What We Are Looking For:

Essential Skills:

• RTPI-accredited degree or Master's in a relevant field.
• Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (or working towards it).
• At least 1 year of experience in the planning industry (public or private sectors).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client liaison skills.
• Strong project management and report-writing abilities.
• Solid understanding of the UK planning process.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in handling medium-scale projects or multiple smaller projects with complex features.

What We Offer:

Health Benefits:

• Private medical insurance (via Vitality Healthcare).
• BUPA Medical Cash Plan and discounted gym memberships.
• Employee Assistance Program for health and financial support.

Work-Life Balance:

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement plus loyalty leave.
• Hybrid working environment with flexibility.
• Discounts on products and perks like Amazon Prime, Apple, Itsu, and more.

Recognition and Growth:

• Company bonus scheme and defined promotion opportunities.
• Team celebrations, socials, and loyalty rewards.

Future Security:

• Enhanced company pension scheme and death-in-service cover.

Career Development:

• Professional body membership coverage.
• Exclusive access to e-learning content and protected CPD time.
• Clear career progression framework.

How to Apply:

Take the next step in your career in just two simple steps:

1. Email your CV to talent@talent-torch.co.uk
2. Submit your application at www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies

How the Placement Bonus Works: Earn the stated bonus when you secure this job through Talent Torch. You’ll receive 50% of the bonus within 14 days of employer payment, and the remaining 50% after completing 90 days in the role. Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible. Subject to Terms & Conditions available on our website.