Planning Consultant (Part-Time) Tunbridge Wells | 20 hours per week | £25£30 per hour
A well-established family-run architectural practice in Tunbridge Wells is looking to recruit an experienced Planning Consultant to support their growing project pipeline. This is a flexible part-time role (around 20 hours per week) offering excellent autonomy and the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects, many within the heritage and traditional architecture sector.
The Role You will take responsibility for managing the planning process on architectural projects, working closely with architects and clients to secure successful planning outcomes.
Typical responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications
• Advising on planning policy and regulations
• Liaising with local authorities and planning officers
• Supporting the team with heritage and planning considerations
• Providing strategic planning advice on new projects
• Managing projects through the planning approval process

About the Company

• Independent family-run architectural practice
• A collaborative team including architects, technicians and admin staff
• Projects are typically heritage or heritage-inspired architecture
• Friendly culture with team lunches, social events and trips

The Ideal Candidate

• MUST have previous experience working in planning consultancy or planning within architecture
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and planning law
• Experience submitting and managing planning applications
• Background in heritage or traditional architecture projects would be advantageous
• MRTPI not essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Working Pattern

• 20 hours per week
• Flexible options such as:
  
  • 34 hours per day, or
  • 3 full days per week
• Office-based in Tunbridge Wells (some flexibility may be considered)

Salary & Benefits

• £25£30 per hour
• Auto-enrolment pension
• 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Potential for the role to grow into full-time in the future
• The office is located in Tunbridge Wells, with parking available nearby (approximately a 10-minute walk).

If you are an experienced Planning Consultant looking for a flexible role within a supportive architectural practice, wed love to hear from you.
01892 571105
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