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Senior Town Planner- Nottingham, Nottingham
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Location:
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
16.07.2025
Expiry Date:
30.08.2025
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Job Description:
Job summary
Senior Town Planner
Head Office, Nottinghamshire
Remote Hybrid
Key skills required for this role
2-5 years public or private sector Town Planning experience
Important
We're seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our team and play a key role in leading complex planning projects, supporting team development, and contributing to wider business growth. Acting as a brand ambassador, you'll help strengthen client relationships, secure new opportunities, and drive company success through high-quality planning work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead on complex planning applications and appeals
* Independently manage project submissions and client communications
* Attend and present at appeal hearings and examinations in public
* Undertake Section 106 negotiations
* Contribute to business development and networking efforts
* Manage project budgets and fee proposals
* Support the preparation of new business pitches and client presentations
* Mentor and develop junior team members
* Promote the practice through marketing and client engagement activities
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 3-5 years of professional planning experience (public or private sector)
* Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems
* High-quality report writing and data analysis skills
* Confident in negotiations and representing clients
* Strong time management and multitasking ability
* Highly organised, methodical, and able to meet tight deadlines
* Positive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
* Professional, friendly, and approachable manner
* Full clean UK driving licence
* Understanding of urban design and masterplanning
* Existing client relationships or ability to generate new business is an advantage
* What We Offer
* Competitive market salary
* Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
* Minimum 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Additional Birthday Leave
* Health insurance
* Company pension scheme
* Payment of one professional membership (others considered on merit)
* Discretionary time off over Christmas and New Year
* Potential performance-related bonus
* Supportive, close-knit team environment with high staff retention
* Opportunities for continued professional development and progression
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