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Job Title: Planning & Development Assistant

Location: Cheltenham / Malvern / Worcester
Salary: £28,000–£32,000
Hours: 40 hours per week
Company: Crystalight Group

About the Role
Crystalight Group manages a substantial development pipeline including multiple conversions, refurbishments, new builds and planning applications across several counties.

We are looking for a highly organised Planning & Development Assistant to support our Planning & Development Manager and help drive projects forward. You will assist with planning submissions, Building Control coordination, consultant management, construction documentation and general development administration across more than a dozen active sites. This is a varied and fast-paced role offering exposure to every stage of property development.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare and submit planning applications, variations and discharge of conditions

* Manage planning documentation and upload to Planning Portal

* Coordinate Building Control inspections and maintain BC compliance records

* Liaise with architects, QS, structural engineers and planning consultants

* Track project timelines, deadlines and risk points

* Assist with construction programme updates and progress reports

* Manage version control of drawings, reports and technical documents

* Support lender Monitoring Surveyor requests and monthly reporting

* Attend occasional site visits to gather photos and updates

* Maintain a central development filing system across all projects

Requirements

* Strong administrative or document-control background (property/construction preferred)

* Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail

* Confident communicating with councils, consultants and contractors

* Ability to manage multiple deadlines across different projects

* Proficient with Excel, PDF software and digital filing systems

* Interest in planning, architecture or property development (training provided)

* Full UK driving licence (desirable)

What We Offer

* Competitive salary

* Career progression toward Planning Coordinator or Development Manager

* Exposure to a wide variety of schemes at different stages

* Supportive, friendly environment

How to Apply
Send your CV and a short cover letter