Senior Planning Manager

Senior Planning Manager

Location: West London

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Are you an experienced Planning Manager ready to take the next step into a senior role with more autonomy, strategic input, and impact? or a Senior Planning Manager looking for a change?

We are working with a respected residential developer in West London, seeking a Senior Planning Manager to lead planning strategy across a broad portfolio of residential and mixed-use schemes. This role is ideal for a planning professional with a background in consultancy, housebuilding, development, or land promotion, looking to take full ownership of planning workstreams and play a key role in delivering successful projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the planning process for multiple development projects
• Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and internal teams
• Monitor and interpret planning policy and ensure full compliance across projects
• Provide planning input to land, design, and development teams
• Assess planning risks and feasibility to support land acquisition
• Represent the company in public consultations, planning committees, and stakeholder meetings

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong experience in a senior planning role, preferably in residential or mixed-use development
• In-depth knowledge of the UK planning system and local policies
• Background in consultancy, housebuilding, or land promotion
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple applications and deadlines efficiently
• MRTPI status (or working towards it) preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Commercially aware, solution-focused, and confident working independently
• Proven track record of securing planning consents
• Comfortable operating at a senior level within a development-led environment

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)
• High-quality, high-impact projects
• Collaborative team environment with strong support for progression
• Long-term professional development opportunities

To apply or find out more, please contact Ashleigh Waterhouse at Carrington West: Email: Phone: