Planning Manager

Planning Manager
Location: Warrington

Persimmon Homes are looking for an experienced and commercially aware Planning Manager to join their North West team based in Warrington. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a strategic planning role with one of the UK''s largest and most successful housebuilders.

As a five-star builder with a proven track record of delivering high-quality new homes across the country, Persimmon offers a stable platform for you to grow your career while making a direct impact on the delivery of much-needed housing.

What You''ll Be Doing

• Manage and progress a pipeline of short, medium, and long-term residential planning applications

• Lead the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and associated documents

• Work collaboratively with the Land, Technical, and Commercial teams to maximise land opportunities

• Maintain excellent working relationships with local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders

• Monitor and influence emerging local plans and planning policy

• Provide strategic advice to senior management on planning risk and opportunities

• Represent the company at planning committees, appeals, and public consultations

What We''re Looking For

• A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related field

• MRTPI status (or equivalent experience)

• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and residential planning policy

• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills

• Proven experience in managing major planning applications in-house or via consultancy

• A commercial approach to planning and land promotion

• Full UK driving licence

What''s In It For You?

• Competitive salary + car or car allowance

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Company pension & life insurance

• Employee benefits platform - discounts, wellness support & more

• Career progression opportunities in a successful, supportive team

• Be part of one of the UK''s leading residential developers with strong regional presence

If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed)

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