Planner / Senior Planner Location: Bournemouth Contract: Full-time, Permanent The Role A highly respected independent planning consultancy with a growing nationwide client base is seeking Planner and Senior Planner professionals to join its expert team. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of major residential and commercial planning projects across the UK, with exposure to diverse clients and development types. Key Responsibilities Deliver planning services for major residential and commercial projects across southern England and nationwide. Prepare planning submissions, reports, and supporting documentation. Support strategic planning advice and negotiations with local authorities and stakeholders. Engage with clients to understand objectives and provide commercially focused planning solutions. Work collaboratively in a friendly, expert team while managing your own workload. About You Planners (RTPI Chartered) and Senior Planners with at least 2 years relevant planning experience (exceptions may be made for outstanding candidates). Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, legislation, and the development process. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional attitude. Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team. Confident engaging with clients and stakeholders at all project stages. What We Offer Above-industry-average salaries and career development opportunities in a well-performing consultancy. Hybrid working and flexibility to support a great work-life balance. The chance to live and work in an attractive coastal location with excellent travel links. A supportive, friendly team culture with a straightforward application process (no lengthy interviews or jargon-filled assessments). Apply now or contact Marta at marta@zodiacrecruitment.co.uk / 01792 677 005 for a confidential chat.