Planner (Part Time)

KWA Architects (Cambridge) Ltd is a specialist Architecture and Planning Consultancy working across rural, equestrian, residential and commercial development. We are looking for a reliable and organised Planner to join our growing team on a part-time basis. The RoleYou will provide planning and project support across a range of live projects, assisting with writing and reviewing planning reports, collating planning packages, monitoring applications and project actions, reviewing consultant information and following up outstanding matters to keep projects progressing. You will have contact with clients, consultants and local authorities. The role would suit someone with previous planning experience seeking flexible part-time work. Key Responsibilities Writing and reviewing reports, checking for accuracy and identifying any follow-up Preparing and submitting planning applications, maintaining up to date trackers and managing requests for information Writing Planning Statements, Design and Access Statements and other planning documents Undertaking planning policy and application research Assisting with meeting preparation, minutes and follow-up actions Liaising with consultants and local authorities to obtain information or chase outstanding matters Providing general project and administrative support to the planning and architectural teams Supporting with client communication RequirementsWe are looking for someone who is: Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects, tasks and deadlines in a professional manner Reliable and proactive, with the ability to follow tasks through to completion Highly attentive to detail, able to identify errors, omissions and inconsistencies with excellent written English Confident communicating professionally with consultants, local authorities, clients and colleagues Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Word Interested in planning and development and able to demonstrate an understanding of the planning process Experience working in a planning role. A relevant planning qualification or degree would be advantageous but is not essential. What We Offer Part-time hours with days and hours by mutual agreement Exposure to rural, equestrian, residential and commercial sectors Involvement in a varied portfolio of live planning and development projects to develop planning skills A practical role within a small, friendly, professional specialist planning and architectural practice Career development and mentoring 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata) Paid professional membership subscriptions where relevant