We are currently looking for an experienced Planning Manager to join our Development team, based in Sydney. The Role: Reporting to the Head of Operations, this role is responsible for evaluating and developing property opportunities from a planning perspective. The role will inform decision making regarding the Development projects and new acquisitions. Your responsibilities will include: Providing advice in the management and implementation of planning strategies for the existing Development projects.Maintaining current knowledge and keeping abreast of current planning legislation, trends, and market activity.Providing expert input in the development of strategies to maintain competitiveness and improve company market positioning.Providing guidance to project teams and business units regarding appropriate methodologies and strategies to achieve successful planning outcomes as well as legislation trends and updates.Assessing new opportunities for the urban regeneration portfolio.Leading and conducting research and analysis, undertaking due diligence, and determining the viability of sites with particular emphasis on planning risk and mitigation and master plan and urban design outcomes related to a value proposition. About you:You will be an established planning expert with experience across large scale urban regeneration projects, you will also have: A strong understanding of planning processes for large scale, mixed use projects, from project inception and strategy to delivery.Extensive experience and knowledge of state and local government planning practices is essential as well as excellent established relationships with key external parties.Direct experience in property investments and acquisitions.Experience in managing consultants including planning, design, master planning, heritage, archaeology, and traffic consultants to achieve successful development outcomes. Why Lendlease? We are committed to developing and retaining the best people and provide the best possible learning and development opportunities. We are a company that thrives on our employee's wellbeing. At Lendlease you have access to: 26 weeks paid parental leave for both parents.Flexible working arrangements.3x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave).Discounts on private health insurance, health & wellbeing initiatives. At Lendlease we offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equitable treatment, and equitable opportunity are just the norm. We remain committed to supporting under-represented groups and providing a wide range of inclusion initiatives, so that everyone is supported to thrive. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is reflected in our Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan, our Bronze Award with the Australian Workplace Equality Index by Pride in Diversity, and our generous parental leave policy of 26 weeks to any parent regardless of gender. Lendlease welcomes applicants regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, people with a disability, sexual orientation, or life stage. If you do not meet all the criteria or require adjustments to proceed with your application, we encourage you to reach out for a further discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr