Town Planner
Exeter
£35,000-£45,000, car package & bonus
Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planner to join a growing Technical team, supporting the delivery of residential developments from land acquisition through to site start and completion.
You will report to a Planning Manager, working with the Pre-construction team to take ownership of the planning process across multiple sites, ensuring applications are prepared, submitted, and progressed efficiently in line with programme and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the planning process from pre-application through to determination
* Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, amendments, and reserved matters
* Liaise with local authorities, planning consultants, architects, and key stakeholders
* Coordinate planning conditions, Section 106 agreements, and discharge processes
* Provide planning advice to Land, Technical, Construction, and Commercial teams
* Attend design team meetings and planning discussions
* Monitor planning risks, constraints, and timelines, escalating issues where necessary
* Support planning strategies, programmes, and reporting for senior management
* Maintain accurate planning records and internal systems
* Stay up to date with UK planning policy, legislation, and local plans
Requirements & Experience
* Previous experience in a planning role within housebuilding or with a local authority
* Strong understanding of the UK planning system, policies, and procedures
* Experience managing planning applications for residential schemes
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
* Proactive, solutions-focused, and detail-oriented approach
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
* Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and planning systems
Benefits
* Competitive salary £35,000-£45,000 depending on experience
* Annual bonus scheme
* Car package
* 24 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Annual volunteering day
* Long-term career progression opportunities
Next steps
For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Cat on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.
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