Land Use Planner
22AI USED FOR22%moving to64%
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THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£28,000 - £34,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Land Use Planner
As a Land Use Planner, you play a pivotal role in shaping the future of communities and environments across the UK. Your expertise ensures that land is used sustainably and effectively, balancing development needs with environmental preservation, which is crucial in the face of climate change and urbanization.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for a modest share of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Land Use PlannerIn this entry-level role, you will assist senior planners in conducting research, preparing reports, and engaging with stakeholders. You will gain hands-on experience in site assessments and learn to use GIS tools effectively.£28,000 - £34,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Land Use PlannerAs a mid-level planner, you will take on more responsibility, leading projects and managing client relationships. You will be expected to prepare detailed planning applications and represent your organisation at public meetings.£40,000 - £50,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Land Use Planner/Head of PlanningIn this peak career role, you will oversee large-scale planning projects, mentor junior staff, and influence policy decisions at a strategic level. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping sustainable development practices across the region.£60,000+
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The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Construction ManagementUniversity College of Estate Management · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£52,000 median
🎓Architectural TechnologyBirmingham City University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£51,000 median
🎓Construction ManagementSchool of Coding Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Construction ManagementUniversity of Portsmouth · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£36,500 median
🎓Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation YearThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£36,500 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Construction ManagementUniversity College of Estate Management · DegreeArchitectural TechnologyBirmingham City University · DegreeConstruction ManagementSchool of Coding Limited · DegreeQuantity SurveyingSchool of Coding Limited · DegreeConstruction ManagementUniversity of Portsmouth · DegreeConstruction Management and Surveying with International Foundation YearThe University of Reading · Degree