About the Role We're looking for a Senior Town Planner to join our growing team in Newcastle. This role is ideal for a planning professional with strong experience in development management and spatial planning who's ready to step up and take ownership of projects across the North East. You'll play a key part in shaping places through plan-making, development proposals, and stakeholder engagement, working across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. Key Responsibilities Lead on planning applications, site appraisals, and development strategies for a range of projects. Provide planning advice to clients, developers, and public sector partners. Prepare and submit planning applications, supporting statements, and appeal documents. Engage with local authorities, community groups, and statutory consultees. Keep up to date with changes in planning policy and legislation. Mentor junior planners and support team development. Represent the company at meetings, public consultations, and planning committees. About You Essential: Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (RTPI accredited) Minimum 3-5 years' planning experience (public or private sector) MRTPI (or working towards) Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system, particularly in England Strong report writing and communication skills Proactive, organised, and confident in client-facing situations Desirable: Experience in North East regional planning context Strong commercial awareness or consultancy experience What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Flexible / hybrid working Opportunities for CPD and career progression Supportive, collaborative team culture A chance to help shape the future of Newcastle and the wider region Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.