Job Description

Planning Consultant (Part-Time, 2-3 Days/Week)

Join a Creative, small but passionate team in the Outdoor Hospitality Sector

Location:

Hybrid (Remote with occasional on-site visits)

Hours:

2-3 days per week (flexible)

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience

Start Date:

ASAP

About Us

We're a passionate team of rural entrepreneurs running several exciting businesses in the UK outdoor tourism and Glamping space:

Wanderlust Camping Club

- a fast-growing camping organisation working with a number of sites throughout England.

Stamford Shepherd Huts

- designers and makers of luxury, handcrafted shepherd huts for hospitality and private use.

Glamping Site Development

- we're in the early stages of launching our own unique, eco-conscious glamping locations.
This is your chance to work directly with founders, help shape innovative land use projects, and navigate the evolving world of low-impact, rural tourism.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced and adaptable

Planning Consultant

to help us:

F

orm and submit planning applications for campsites, Glamping sites as well as package treatment plants CLUEDS etc Guide internal planning strategies for our own

new glamping site developments

.

Support clients

of Stamford Shepherd Huts with planning queries and basic feasibility advice. Liaise with

local authorities, consultants, and outsourced services

as needed. Research and track changes in

planning law, permitted development rights

, and policy affecting tourism, camping, and agricultural land use.
You'll be working directly with our leadership team, giving strategic input and supporting exciting real-world projects.

About You

RTPI-qualified or equivalent experience in

rural, tourism, or leisure planning

. A solid understanding of

UK planning law

relating to camping, glamping, and change of land use. Confident working

independently and flexibly

across multiple projects. Excellent communication skills - written and verbal. Enjoy working with entrepreneurial people, early-stage ideas, and hands-on teams. Bonus if you have experience with

rural/agricultural development

, sustainability, or outdoor hospitality.
Why Join Us?

Work on

meaningful, creative projects

in a fast-growing sector. Flexibility to work remotely with occasional site visits. Direct impact on land use, rural enterprise, and tourism innovation. Fun, ambitious team with real passion for the countryside and outdoor living.
How to Apply

Send us your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you're interested and how your experience fits this role.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 22.00-70.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 24 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rutland LE158RN

Reference ID: Planning Consultant