Senior Planner – Bedford, Bedfordshire
🏙️ Diverse Project Portfolio | Employee-Owned Consultancy | Hybrid Working
💼 Residential | Commercial | Mixed-Use | Energy | Heritage
🌟 Why Apply?
* Join a long-established, employee-owned planning consultancy with a national presence
* Work across a broad project portfolio including residential, commercial, and energy schemes
* Be part of a multi-disciplinary team with architecture, master planning, and heritage expertise
* Benefit from hybrid working, enhanced holiday, and professional development support
🛠️ Role & Responsibilities
* Provide expert advice to clients on a range of planning matters
* Prepare and submit planning applications and supporting documentation
* Liaise with stakeholders, local authorities, and consultants
* Monitor policy changes and contribute to strategic planning advice
* Identify and develop cross-selling and business development opportunities
* Support Associate Directors and Directors on more complex projects
* Mentor and guide junior members of the team
📋 Required Skills & Experience
* Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience (public or private sector)
* MRTPI qualified or working towards
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
💼 What You’ll Get
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Discretionary bonus
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Private health insurance
* Pension scheme
* Death in service
* RTPI membership paid
* Employee-owned structure