NEW ROLE AVAILABLE – Planning Consultant / Town Planner – Rural Planning Consultancy
Deliver results. Own your caseload. Shape rural planning for farmers.
At
Foxes Rural
, we're the largest specialist rural planning consultancy in Essex and beyond. With a 95% approval rate and a reputation for speed and accuracy, we secure planning for agricultural buildings, farm tracks and rural developments.
We're hiring a
Planning Consultant
who can combine technical precision with pace. You'll own applications end-to-end, drive cases forward, and make a visible impact for our clients.
What you'll do
* Lead from the front:
manage your own caseload of 15+ applications a month across pre-apps, PD and full applications, statements, conditions, appeals, committee representation and site work.
* Keep momentum:
move cases quickly through the system, removing blockers and hitting deadlines.
* Drive compliance:
use our CRM to track every application from enquiry to decision and invoice—accuracy and accountability are non-negotiable.
* Represent with confidence:
be the trusted voice with clients, councils and stakeholders.
* Collaborate with strength:
work with the wider team, supporting our standards and contributing to growth.
What you bring
* Proven experience in rural planning
(RTPI, RICS or similar qualifications).
* A
compliance-first mindset
matched with the drive to deliver results.
* Organised and accountable
—you build order, hit targets, and follow through.
* Commercial judgement
—you spot opportunities, manage risk, and know how to keep work profitable.
* Typically
5–10+ years' experience
as a planning or rural professional.
What we offer
* Competitive salary + performance bonus.
* Autonomy to manage your own work with systems and support in place.
* A respected consultancy with a 95% approval rate.
* The chance to
make a direct impact
on farmers and the rural economy.
Ready to deliver results with pace and precision?
Apply now to join Foxes Rural.
How to apply:
Submit your CV and application to Guy French – /