Development Planner
Newcastle Upon Tyne, North East
Development Planner Job Description
Northumberland Estates is a property management and development company based in the North-East of England and we have an exciting opportunity for a Planner at the start of their career to join our in-house Planning Team.
The role includes involvement in a wide range of projects from rural small-scale agricultural to strategic urban extension sites, working across a variety of sectors including residential, commercial, renewables, minerals, heritage and conservation, landscape, tourism and leisure.
The role involves working on a wide range of planning applications dealing with statutory authorities and managing consultancy teams, preparing submissions to Local Planning Authorities, and providing planning input and advice across the Estate’s land interests.
The work is based in the North-East where we have a range of interesting projects to deliver. We require a Planner with excellent communication, presentational and IT skills, a good all-round understanding of the planning system and a driving license. The role would suit those in the early stages of their career, with candidates having recently graduated or with some industry experience invited to apply.
Job Title: Development Planner
Location: Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications across a range of areas, including mixed-use, commercial, residential, and renewables
- Lead on planning projects and provide internal advice on planning policy and development potential
- Conduct site appraisals, feasibility and viability studies, and risk assessments
- Draft and review key planning application documents, as well as managing external consultants providing technical input
- Involvement across all pre-construction stages of a project, as well as ongoing support to ensure planning compliance throughout construction and operation.
- Represent the organisation at planning committees, public inquiries, and stakeholder meetings
- Liaise with local planning authorities, development partners, and consultancy teams
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK planning legislation, NPPF, and local planning policies
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Town/Urban Planning or a related field (RTPI-accredited)
- Some industry experience is desirable, such as within a planning consultancy, Local Planning Authority, or within the Construction, Property Development or Housing Industry.
- Knowledge of UK planning system, legislation, and policy frameworks.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
- Public relation skills and confidence in representing the organisation.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Commercial awareness and understanding of the development process.
Working Environment
- Full-time 35 hours per week (Part-time considered)
- Attractive working environment based in our Office on Newcastle Quayside
- Flexible working arrangements, including some homeworking
- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave
- Professional development support, with mentorship to work towards Chartered membership of the RTPI
- Cycle to work scheme
Job Details
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Employer
Northumberland Estates -
Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne, North East -
Salary
£28,000 - £35,000 -
Contract Type
Full time, Permanent -
Job Level
Associate / Associate Director, Planner / Planning Officer, Planning Manager, Principal Planner, Senior Planner / Senior Planning Officer -
Reference
PJCOM2726B -
Closing Date
Jan 31, 2026 -
Function
Town Planning -
Sector
Clientside -
Specialism
Strategic Applications