Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be representing a multi-disciplinary consultancy in Glasgow on the hire of a Senior Planner. Join a company that offers unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career, and an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment, all wrapped up in a flexible working environment (work from home, from a number of regional offices and hours which suit you). Our client's Planning and Environment team works on a variety of major infrastructure and development projects and boasts an impressive project portfolio including Highways England, Homes England, Environment Agency, Transport for the North, local authorities, Network Rail, EDF, utility companies, including Yorkshire Water, and private developers. The position will provide additional capacity to deliver an expanding workload and will play a key role in the development of the growing national business. Responsibilities Preparation of applications for a range of planning applications, also providing support on Development Consent Orders or Transport Works Act Orders applications; Undertake site appraisals, policy reviews and evidence based research; Drafting high quality supporting reports; Negotiation of planning submissions successfully through the consenting process; Provide high-quality planning advice to external and internal clients on planning consenting process for a range of development and infrastructure projects; Manage project inputs from other technical disciplines within Atkins and external consultants; Develop client network and collaborate with colleagues across Atkins to win work including through formal tenders and bids. Requirements A degree or post graduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Membership of RTPI (or working towards chartership); Working in consultancy, a local authority planning team or similar relevant experience is required; Sound knowledge of planning law and procedures, including the changing planning system at national, regional and local levels; Excellent communications skills, including report writing skills Working knowledge or experience of the UK's infrastructure and development consenting processes; Proven experience of building successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Why Apply? In return for your expertise and hard work, my client will provide an attractive salary and benefits package that includes: Paid overtime Flexible working. Options to buy additional annual leave. Paid memberships. Training budgets. And so much more If this role is of interest to you, please do not hesitate to contact Matt Fraser on (phone number removed) or email