Planner

Konker Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning firm in Cardiff is seeking a Planner to support urban development projects. The ideal candidate will assist with planning applications, engage with various stakeholders, and contribute to design workshops. With a focus on sustainable development, this role offers excellent benefits, including flexible working, professional development, and full IT support. If you're passionate about planning and looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

Employee-Owned trust bonuses

Professional Development Plan

Flexible hybrid working

Medicash Healthcare & Bike to Work schemes

Travel allowance for commuting

Paid professional memberships

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Experience in planning applications is essential.
• Knowledge of UK planning legislation is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning applications and support project teams.
• Engage with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to site appraisals, policy research, and workshops.

Skills

Knowledge of UK planning legislation and process

Hands on experience with planning applications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Passion for high‑quality placemaking and sustainable development

Job description

Konker Group is hiring a Planner to join a growing planning team in Cardiff.

This role is to support increased project demand across urban development, regeneration, and mixed‑use projects.

The company is a multi‑disciplinary and employee‑owned practice with around 25 staff across two regional studios.

You’ll be joining a close‑knit planning team embedded within a wider design‑led environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assisting with planning applications and supporting project teams
• Engaging with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
• Contributing to site appraisals, policy research, and design team workshops

What We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge of UK planning legislation and process
• Hands on experience with planning applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for high‑quality placemaking and sustainable development

Company Benefits:

• Employee‑Owned – after 12 months, you’ll receive equal, tax‑free trust bonuses, paid up to twice a year
• Professional Development Plan – reviewed every 6 months, tailored to your career goals
• Flexible hybrid working – typically 3–4 days in the studio, 1–2 days from home
• Medicash Healthcare & Bike to Work schemes after 6 months
• All professional memberships paid – including LI, RTPI, RIBA
• Full IT support and home working kit provided
• Travel allowance for commuting between Cardiff and Bristol (start‑up phase and ongoing monthly support)
• Regular team away days, client socials, family events, and charity sponsorship opportunities

If you’re a Planner seeking a new challenge in Cardiff or Bristol, we’d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Chloe Howick at Konker Group on 07441394852 or email [e-mail]