Town Planner / Planning Consultant - Central London Consultancy (Private Practice)
Are you a motivated and commercially-minded Town Planner looking to take your planning career to the next level? Our client is a well-established and respected town planning consultancy based in Central London, offering tailored planning advice and support across a wide range of project types and scales. With a reputation for trusted technical expertise and outstanding client service, they work on complex residential, mixed-use, commercial and regeneration schemes across London and the wider South East.
The Opportunity
We are partnering with this London practice to recruit a Town Planner / Planning Consultant to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity if you thrive in a collaborative, client-focused environment and want exposure to engaging planning work right across the development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support planning strategy, appraisals and submissions for a varied portfolio of projects.
* Prepare and draft planning statements, policy reviews, and technical reports.
* Liaise with local planning authorities, clients and design teams.
* Manage planning applications and negotiations, including responding to consultee queries.
* Provide practical, commercially aware advice underpinned by up-to-date policy and guidance.
About You
* Degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related built environment discipline.
* Experience in a consultancy environment is desirable - local authority experience will also be considered.
* Strong understanding of UK planning policy and development management processes.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* RTPI membership or eligibility to work towards accreditation is a plus.
* Self-starter with an ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work closely with senior planners on technically-challenging projects.
* Central London office location with excellent access to transport hubs.
* Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities.
If you are a skilled planner looking to progress your career in a market-leading consultancy environment, we want to hear from you.
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