We’re looking for a talented and motivated Strategic Planner to join our growing team at Muller Property Group, based at our head office in Crewe, Cheshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the planning and delivery of strategic residential, mixed-use, healthcare, and commercial schemes that help meet the evolving needs of communities across the UK.
In this role, you’ll work closely with the Technical Director to promote a portfolio of long- and short-term land opportunities through the planning system.
You’ll play a key part in preparing and delivering planning strategies, responding to Local Plans, managing consultants, and helping bring forward high-quality developments from early-stage site assessments through to planning consent.
What you’ll be doing:
- Undertaking initial planning appraisals for new land opportunities
- Preparing and supporting planning promotion strategies for sites at various stages of the Local Plan process
- Reviewing and responding to Local Plan consultations, call-for-sites, and housing supply evidence
- Drafting and coordinating the submission of Local Plan representations and planning applications
- Managing relationships with planning consultants and technical specialists
- Supporting budget management and coordinating consultant deliverables
- Assisting with landowner communications and internal site tracking
- Keeping abreast of changes in planning policy and best practice guidance
- Supporting the wider land and planning team to identify new opportunities
What are we looking for?
- RTPI-accredited degree in town planning or a related discipline
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in a planning role (from consultancy, housebuilding, land promotion, or local authority)
- Strong understanding of the UK planning system, including Local Plan processes and the planning application process for large-scale residential and care home developments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an eye for detail and strong analytical ability
- Strong organisational skills and a collaborative mindset
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites and meetings as required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Actively working toward RTPI chartered status (or already chartered)
- Experience preparing Local Plan representations, call-for-sites submissions, and outline or hybrid planning applications
- Experience working on projects within the renewable energy sector and a good understanding of planning considerations related to energy infrastructure (e.g. solar farms, battery storage, wind)
- Strong research and policy analysis capabilities
Why Join Us?
- Gain practical, hands‑on experience in a respected property business.
- Work directly with senior professionals in a supportive and fast‑moving environment.
- Build your career foundation in land, planning, and development.
- Take on real responsibility and varied tasks that offer professional growth.
- Enjoy a collaborative culture with opportunities to develop long‑term career pathways within the company.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 37.5‑hour week with flexible working hours between 8:00am – 6:00pm
- Early finish on Fridays
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension contributions and incentive package
- Free on‑site parking
- Long service awards, including additional holiday entitlement
- Pet‑friendly office and a collaborative, welcoming culture
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