Associate Environmental Planning

Quod Planning

Date added: 18.04.2024

Quod is a highly regarded, independent consultancy offering a range of planning and development related services.

Quod have an opportunity for an experienced Associate to join its growing Environmental Planning team a based in Soho Square, London or central Leeds. Quod is an equal opportunities employer, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

The role will provide an opportunity for the right candidate to be integral to Quod’s continued growth and success. There will be a varied range of environmental planning and EIA opportunities, from providing strategic advice, masterplanning support, critical friend roles, ES review and EIA delivery. Additionally, a focus on opportunities for business development, digital transformation, sustainability and net zero.

Previous experience and a relevant degree is required.

Salary: Competitive.

Deadline to apply: 17.05.2024.

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Senior Consultant Environmental Planning

Quod Planning

Date added: 18.04.2024

Quod is a highly regarded, independent consultancy offering a range of planning and development related services.

Quod have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Consultant to join its growing Environmental Planning team a based in Soho Square, London or central Leeds. Quod is an equal opportunities employer, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

The role will provide an opportunity for the right candidate to be integral to Quod’s continued growth and success. There will be a varied range of environmental planning and EIA opportunities, from providing strategic advice, masterplanning support, critical friend roles, ES review and EIA delivery. Additionally, a focus on opportunities for business development, digital transformation, sustainability and net zero.

Previous experience and a relevant degree is required.

Salary: Competitive.

Deadline to apply: 17.05.2024.

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Planning Officer (policy)

City of London Corporation

Date added: 17.04.2024

The City of London Corporation is pleased to offer opportunities to join both the Development Plans and the Digital Planning teams. The Policy team is gearing up for the submission of the City Plan, having received government funding to help advance its digital planning programmes.

The City Corporation is in its final stages of preparation of its new City Plan to 2040. This is an exciting time to join the Development Plans Team as you will be able to take part in the examination in public and the processes towards adoption of the City Plan, but also other work associated within the implementation of the City Plan. Other new and exciting workstreams being undertaken by the team include the cultural planning framework, SPD/Planning Advice Note preparation and working with the Monitoring and Information team on digital plans and automation of reporting processes. Therefore The City is seeking individuals who are keen to develop and promote new best practices in policy preparation and monitoring.

You will have sound knowledge of plan-making procedures, together with experience of working in a town planning or related professional role, including the preparation of planning policy documents, planning application casework, related technical reports, sustainability appraisal and participating in public consultation exercises.

A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, together with relevant experience and knowledge of the statutory planning process is required.

Please note that this role is most suitable for someone with post-qualification planning experience in either the public or private sector. You must have an ability to prepare clear and concise reports and be IT literate, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the use of databases.

Salary: £46,050 - £51,530 inclusive of London Weighting.

Deadline to apply: 10.05.2024. Interviews will take place in the weeks beginning 27 May, 3 June and 10 June 2024.

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Research Assistant

City of London Corporation

Date added: 17.04.2024

The City of London Corporation is pleased to offer opportunities to join both the Development Plans and the Digital Planning teams. The Policy team is gearing up for the submission of the City Plan, having received government funding to help advance its digital planning programmes.

The Digital Planning Team is looking to appoint a motivated, data literate and detail orientated individual to join the team at a transitional time. In line with the national focus towards digitising planning, the Digital Planning team are focussing on use of technology and data across the planning process, including leading on innovative approaches to Digital Local Plans.

This is an exciting time to join the Digital Planning team, as they were awarded funding from the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities across two prestigious funds, focusing around developing the planning department’s digital maturity, as well as developing innovative solutions in visualisation for citizen engagement.

You will also have opportunities to be involved in projects the team are undertaking in enhancing and streamlining their reporting procedures, including use of business intelligence tools.

You will have a strong understanding of the use of data and data structures, with experience of presenting the outcome of analytical approaches to a broad range of stakeholders. You must have the ability to present data analytic outcomes across a variety of presentation methods, including report writing and use of dashboard reporting.

This role is best suited to a critical, analytical thinker, who can approach tasks in a methodical and strategic way, with an awareness of project management techniques to enable projects to be delivered on time.

You will have knowledge of the full data analytics lifecycle, including cleansing and maintenance. You must have experience in data analysis techniques, including use of and management of geospatial data, be IT literate, with an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Salary: £35,740 - £39,540 inclusive of London Weighting.

Deadline to apply: 10.05.2024. IInterviews will take place in the weeks beginning 27 May, 3 June and 10 June 2024.

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Account Director

Date added: 11.01.2024

Based in Shoreditch, London, ING is one of the UK’s most exciting PR and communications companies. Working across contemporary architecture, property, investment, design and the built environment. ING is a 100% employee-owned and values-based business. 

ING is proud to represent a broad range of UK and international clients across the property sector, comprising some of the most respected names in their respective fields. 

ING is looking for a highly motivated, creative and confident account director to join its expanding team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to devise, implement and lead successful, strategic communications campaigns for UK and international audiences. You will advise clients on all forms of communications, including digital, media, events and thought leadership.  

You should have excellent contacts across property and business media and a strong understanding of digital communications.  

Key responsibilities 

As an account director you will play a pivotal role within the agency: 

• You will have 5+ years’ experience in PR and communications and be able to demonstrate how you have helped your clients improve their business and lift their profile. Experience and knowledge of the built environment is desired.  

• You will be responsible for leading accounts by developing and implementing communications strategies, building and managing relationships with clients and key contacts and creatively building on campaign plans at a tactical level.  

• In addition to the management of current clients, you will also be expected to identify and develop new business opportunities, at all times representing and promoting ING values and brand in a professional manner. 

• As an account director, you will manage account teams of PR professionals including account managers and account executives, coaching and sharing your expertise to support professional development. 

Personal attributes:

The successful candidate will:

• Be driven, ambitious and possess a proactive, professional approach to agency life.

• Demonstrate a strong interest in design, architecture, property and the built environment.

• Be confident in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Have a proven track record of developing new business.

• Possess a strong network of industry and senior media contacts.

• Be committed to ING’s vision and values.

Competitive salary + healthcare + pension

There is no strict deadline for applications, however ING would love to hear from potential candidates as soon as possible.

Read more about the role here.