JOIN US AT WHARFE
RURAL PLANNING
BENEFITS
WRP CULTURE
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We are different! We don’t just say we are, we actively demonstrate it. We are inclusive, everyone’s ideas and comments are valued. Our MD’s door is always open for a chat or to discuss something. We have a true team spirit and believe in showing appreciation for the contributions everyone makes. We welcome new ideas and look for ways to continuously improve. We encourage and support everyone to achieve their goals and develop personally and professionally.
HOLIDAYS
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25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays per annum.
CELEBRATION EVENTS
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WRP likes a good get together. We have regular events to celebrate the successes of individuals and the team. We’re also very good at saying thank you too.
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING SUPPORT
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The Group recognises that it is important for everyone to have someone to talk to. Be it to mull over an issue, raise a concern, offload, or discuss something greater. With that in mind, where a team member needs further support as well as being able to access counselling via our health insurance/EAP, The Group will provide up extra appointments with a counsellor/CBT practitioner of the team members choice.
Within WRP we also have a number of workplace coaches available.
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
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WRP believes that learning never stops and that as individuals we should strive to reach our full potential. As such we have a schedule of individual and team development that takes place throughout the year.
PROFESSIONAL SUBSCRIPTION / MEMBERSHIP
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WRP will pay for one professional subscription/membership annually per team member.
RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE
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Where a team member introduces a potential candidate to WRP and the candidate subsequently takes up a position within WRP. The team member who introduced them will receive one weeks’ additional leave.
PENSION
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WRP contribution of 4% of your qualifying earning.
HEALTH COVER
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WRP provides health cover for you and your family.
LIFE COVER
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WRP has a group life insurance policy. The policy provides a lump sum payment of 4 x the team members salary in the event of their death.
CAREER PROGRESSION
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As a dynamic and growing business, we have lots of opportunities for team members to grow and shape roles within the Organisation. We have an environment that nurtures and supports team members to achieve their career aspirations.
CPD
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WRP will support you with a minimum of 2 paid Continued Professional Development days per annum, alongside our internal development programme.
OCCUPATIONAL SICK PAY / PAID LEAVE
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WRP provides an enhanced sick pay provision, whereby for longer term sickness absence 100% of the team members salary will be paid the first three months of absence, and 50% will be paid the following six months of absence. In certain circumstances this may be extended.
We also have a paid leave provision in place for emergency and compassionate leave.
TEAM REFRESHMENTS & FACILITIES
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In the office you’ll find a well-stocked kitchen – fruit, bread, eggs (free range from our own wonderful hens), coffee, tea (various varieties), juice, biscuits etc – which are all provide free of charge.
We also have a shower room at the office, providing everyone with the option to undertake physical activity during their lunch break/working day.
JOBS AT WHARFE RURAL PLANNING
The WRP team is growing! We’re always interested in hearing from planning consultants, project managers, designers and other people who want to make their mark.
We believe we’ve created something pretty special here at WRP. You’ll be welcomed into a friendly, inclusive team, where everyone’s views are respected. We believe in celebrating our achievements and want everyone in the team to genuinely enjoy what they do.
If you join us, you’ll be working closely with your clients – helping to improve peoples’ lives and strengthen small businesses.
And you’ll be swapping traffic fumes for fresh country air, as we’re based in the pretty Cheshire village of Lower Peover.
“This is one of the best environments I’ve ever worked in. There’s a real emphasis on personal development, creating the right culture and showing appreciation. And, as Ben has kids, he really understands the importance of flexible working. I haven’t missed a school event since I started here”.
Beth Binyon – Group HR & OD Director
WHY WRP?
At WRP, we believe in looking after our people and helping them to progress through their career. We want you to love your job and get a real kick out of helping people to make their homes and businesses better.
To make sure that can happen, we’ve created a working environment where everyone can contribute, whether you’re fresh out of uni or a seasoned planning pro. Your voice will be heard and you’ll be treated as a valued member of the team. You’ll get to work with a variety of clients to tackle a huge variety of planning issues, from extensions on Grade II listed homes to barn conversions.
“Working at WRP has allowed me to engage in a wide range of rural planning projects within all the various sectors we specialise in, working closely with our clients to really make a difference and get the results they need”.
Adam Mustafa – Planning Consultant
UPLOAD YOUR CV
You never know what new opportunities might arise. So if you’re interested in joining us please send us your CV and tell us a bit about yourself.
“I actually look forward to Mondays. It makes such a difference working for a family-run professional business that’s right on my doorstep.”
Liz Martin-Bird – Group Finance
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