Planner / Senior Planner - Birmingham (2026)
LichfieldsPlanner / Senior Planner - Birmingham (2026)
Department: Planning
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Birmingham
About the Role
Planner/Senior Planner opportunity in Planning and Development Consultancy in our Birmingham office.
We are seeking a Planner or Senior Planner to join a nationally recognised, multi-award-winning Planning Consultancy. We have been named one of Property Week magazine's 'Best Places to Work in Property'.
Responsibilities
- Prepare planning applications and appeals
- Conduct site appraisals
- Develop planning strategies
- Prepare development plan representations
- Provide advice and guidance on planning and land use to a variety of clients including leading developers, housebuilders, investment institutions, local planning authorities and other public or third sector organisations
- Work throughout all stages of the planning process including Environmental Impact Assessments
Why Join Lichfields
- Dynamic Environment: You'll be at the forefront of advising major clients on a diverse range of projects across sectors including major residential and commercial developments, offering significant responsibilities from the start.
- Competitive Rewards: Highly competitive salary and profit-sharing bonus scheme for all staff.
- Supportive Culture: Collaborative culture with a busy calendar of staff and client social events.
- Flexibility and Inclusivity: Prioritise flexibility and work-life balance. Committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of the Government's Disability Confident Committed Employer scheme, we actively support candidates with disabilities.
- Professional Development: For those working to become a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) within the Planning and Development field, we aim to accelerate your progress with the support of our dedicated MENTOR scheme.
Requirements
- Education: At least a 2:1 or equivalent at first degree; ideally a Master's degree in RTPI/RICS accredited subjects
- Professional Qualification: Have achieved, or be working towards, chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI)
- Skills: Good analytical, presentation, and writing skills
- Experience: Proven ability to manage your own time, workload and problem solve; ability to demonstrate skills needed to market and innovate
Equal Opportunities
Lichfields is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected characteristics. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Please click 'apply for this job online' where you will need to upload your recent CV and a cover letter. Please provide full information about your education and professional qualifications, including attainment levels. If your application is successful, you will be invited for an interview at a time convenient to you.
About Lichfields
<cite index="3-1">Lichfields has been at the forefront of planning and development in the UK since the company was founded in 1962.</cite> <cite index="2-10">Its specialists deliver insight, innovation and advice to create great places for future generations.</cite>
Interested in this role?
Apply now to join Lichfields.