assistant land and planning manager

6 days ago

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom tdm recruitment Full time £24,000 - £40,000 per year

assistant land and planning manager

up to £40k plus package

Sussex

I am working with an established and growing residential developer who are seeking a land and planning assistant support the identification, assessment, and delivery of new development opportunities. This role offers a strong platform for progression within a collaborative and forward-thinking team, working across land acquisition, planning strategy, and development appraisal.

Job role:

The land & planning assistant will play a key supporting role in sourcing new land opportunities, managing planning processes, and assisting with development feasibility work. The ideal candidate will bring a solid grounding in land buying, town planning, or development surveying, and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.

Key responsibilities:

  • Help find and assess potential development sites.
  • Carry out basic planning checks and review any constraints.
  • Assist with financial appraisals and viability work.
  • Support the preparation and coordination of planning applications.
  • Keep databases, mapping systems, and site pipelines up to date.
  • Communicate with landowners, agents, consultants, and local authorities.
  • Prepare reports and presentations to support internal decisions.
  • Assist with negotiations and due diligence on land deals.
  • Keep track of local planning activity, policy changes, and market trends.

Skills & Experience required:

  • Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (e.g., planning, real estate, development, geography, urban studies).
  • Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in one of the following areas:
  • Land buying / land acquisition
  • Planning consultancy or local authority planning
  • Development surveying
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret planning policy and technical reports.
  • Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Commercial awareness and an interest in residential development.

What's on offer:

  • Opportunity to grow your career within a respected development team.
  • Exposure to the full development lifecycle from site identification to planning.
  • Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development.
  • Competitive package and long-term career prospects.

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