Senior Planning Manager at Berkeley Group Plc in Taplow, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

stakeholder management

planning negotiation

technical evidence

consultant management

planning applications

land acquisition

Building and maintaining effective working relationships with local authority officers and Members, stakeholders, landowners, agents, internal teams and Berkeley operating businesses.
Negotiation of planning agreements and conditions.
Managing the promotion of sites for allocation in local plans and neighbourhood plans, including the preparation and submission of technical evidence, masterplans and representations, and participation in examinations.
Instructing and managing external planning consultants, architects, technical teams, and legal advisers in accordance with agreed budgets and strategies.
Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and appeals, including overseeing technical inputs, design proposals, and EIA processes where necessary.
Providing planning advice on existing and new land acquisitions.

Requirements

rtpi

rics

project management

negotiation

commercial awareness

planning knowledge

Experience working for a housebuilder, land promoter or planning consultancy with significant experience of strategic land promotion.
Proven track record of managing complex planning projects and securing allocations and planning consents.
Member of the RTPI or RICS (Planning and Development).
Confident communicator with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Commercial awareness and ability to assess development potential and planning risk.
Ability to build positive relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, landowners and their representatives.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East region.
Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and the plan-making process.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.
Private pension plan.
Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
Group life assurance.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

45 Years

Year Founded

Established as a leading property developer in the UK, shaping the landscape through innovative and sustainable developments.

Creating iconic developments across London and the South of England.
Specializes in large-scale regeneration projects blending luxury housing with retail, leisure, and community spaces.
Committed to design excellence, behind landmark residential projects that transform key areas in the UK.
Developments include sustainable features enhancing resident and environmental quality of life.
Flagship projects cater to diverse markets, from first-time buyers to luxury homeowners.
Integrates green spaces and recreational areas, ensuring every development is part of a wider community vision.
Transforms underutilized land into thriving neighborhoods that offer long-term value.

Culture + Values

Have Integrity – build trust by being open, clear and credible
Be Passionate – take pride in what we do and the impact we make
Think Creatively – find individual solutions for every site and situation
Respect People – work together, empower people and value their contribution
Excellence Through Detail – deliver the best through attention to detail in everything we do

Environment + Sustainability

76% Emissions Cut

GHG Reduction Achieved

The company has reduced its scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 76% as of 2023, surpassing interim targets.

100% SuDS Inclusion

Sustainable Drainage Systems

All developments incorporate sustainable drainage systems to manage water effectively and reduce runoff.

10% Biodiversity Gain

Habitat Enhancement

Every development site contributes to a minimum 10% biodiversity net gain, enhancing local ecosystems.

98% Sustainable Timber

Certified Wood Products

Over 98% of timber and wood products used are sustainably certified, promoting responsible forestry practices.

Net-zero carbon target across scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2045
Science-Based Targets approved in Dec 2020: reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 (from FY2019 base); reduce scope 3 emissions 40% per sq ft by 2030
Committed to minimum EPC ‘B’ rating for all new homes (excluding refurbishments)
Completed 48 embodied carbon assessments to date; requirement in place for assessments on all new completions from 2025/26
96% of total (non-hazardous) waste reused or recycled
Zero environmental prosecutions in 2023/24
Water use down 10% vs prior year

Inclusion & Diversity

260+

Mental Health First Aiders

Building Mental Health Charter signed with comprehensive support services including employee assistance, virtual GP, and wellbeing sessions in place.

Workforce EDI approach: voluntary staff survey used to set actions and targets to build representative workforce
Network of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) ambassadors across roles and levels
EDI training implemented for all employees; People Committee acts as champion
Participation in London Pride Parade and International Women’s Day events to promote allyship and networking

Articles

Careers at Berkeley Group

Sustainability at Berkeley Group

Role

Description

stakeholder management

planning negotiation

technical evidence

consultant management

planning applications

land acquisition

Building and maintaining effective working relationships with local authority officers and Members, stakeholders, landowners, agents, internal teams and Berkeley operating businesses.
Negotiation of planning agreements and conditions.
Managing the promotion of sites for allocation in local plans and neighbourhood plans, including the preparation and submission of technical evidence, masterplans and representations, and participation in examinations.
Instructing and managing external planning consultants, architects, technical teams, and legal advisers in accordance with agreed budgets and strategies.
Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and appeals, including overseeing technical inputs, design proposals, and EIA processes where necessary.
Providing planning advice on existing and new land acquisitions.

Requirements

rtpi

rics

project management

negotiation

commercial awareness

planning knowledge

Experience working for a housebuilder, land promoter or planning consultancy with significant experience of strategic land promotion.
Proven track record of managing complex planning projects and securing allocations and planning consents.
Member of the RTPI or RICS (Planning and Development).
Confident communicator with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Commercial awareness and ability to assess development potential and planning risk.
Ability to build positive relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, landowners and their representatives.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East region.
Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and the plan-making process.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.
Private pension plan.
Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
Group life assurance.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

45 Years

Year Founded

Established as a leading property developer in the UK, shaping the landscape through innovative and sustainable developments.

Creating iconic developments across London and the South of England.
Specializes in large-scale regeneration projects blending luxury housing with retail, leisure, and community spaces.
Committed to design excellence, behind landmark residential projects that transform key areas in the UK.
Developments include sustainable features enhancing resident and environmental quality of life.
Flagship projects cater to diverse markets, from first-time buyers to luxury homeowners.
Integrates green spaces and recreational areas, ensuring every development is part of a wider community vision.
Transforms underutilized land into thriving neighborhoods that offer long-term value.

Culture + Values

Have Integrity – build trust by being open, clear and credible
Be Passionate – take pride in what we do and the impact we make
Think Creatively – find individual solutions for every site and situation
Respect People – work together, empower people and value their contribution
Excellence Through Detail – deliver the best through attention to detail in everything we do

Environment + Sustainability

76% Emissions Cut

GHG Reduction Achieved

The company has reduced its scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 76% as of 2023, surpassing interim targets.

100% SuDS Inclusion

Sustainable Drainage Systems

All developments incorporate sustainable drainage systems to manage water effectively and reduce runoff.

10% Biodiversity Gain

Habitat Enhancement

Every development site contributes to a minimum 10% biodiversity net gain, enhancing local ecosystems.

98% Sustainable Timber

Certified Wood Products

Over 98% of timber and wood products used are sustainably certified, promoting responsible forestry practices.

Net-zero carbon target across scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2045
Science-Based Targets approved in Dec 2020: reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 (from FY2019 base); reduce scope 3 emissions 40% per sq ft by 2030
Committed to minimum EPC ‘B’ rating for all new homes (excluding refurbishments)
Completed 48 embodied carbon assessments to date; requirement in place for assessments on all new completions from 2025/26
96% of total (non-hazardous) waste reused or recycled
Zero environmental prosecutions in 2023/24
Water use down 10% vs prior year

Inclusion & Diversity

260+

Mental Health First Aiders

Building Mental Health Charter signed with comprehensive support services including employee assistance, virtual GP, and wellbeing sessions in place.

Workforce EDI approach: voluntary staff survey used to set actions and targets to build representative workforce
Network of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) ambassadors across roles and levels
EDI training implemented for all employees; People Committee acts as champion
Participation in London Pride Parade and International Women’s Day events to promote allyship and networking

Articles

Careers at Berkeley Group

Sustainability at Berkeley Group