Salary £40k-£55k Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning
Senior Planner – Stratford-upon-Avon
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (Hybrid working)
Salary: £40,000–£55,000 (DOE) + benefits
Sector: Town Planning / Development Consultancy
Are you an experienced Planner looking to take the next step in your career?
Our client, a respected planning and development consultancy with a strong regional presence, is seeking a Senior Planner to join their established team in Stratford-upon-Avon. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planner who enjoys managing diverse projects and building lasting client relationships.
The Role
Working within a friendly and supportive team, you’ll be involved in a wide range of planning projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and rural development sectors. Responsibilities include:
1. Managing planning applications and appeals.
2. Undertaking site appraisals and providing professional planning advice.
3. Preparing and submitting high-quality planning reports and documents.
4. Supporting clients throughout the planning process and representing them at meetings and consultations.
5. Contributing to business development and mentoring junior team members.
This is a key role within a growing practice where you’ll be given autonomy, client exposure, and opportunities to progress.
About You
You’ll bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a proactive approach to your work. The ideal candidate will have:
6. MRTPI qualification (or be very close to achieving it).
7. Solid experience in a planning consultancy or local authority environment.
8. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
9. Commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing situations.
10. A genuine interest in shaping sustainable and well-designed places.
What’s on Offer
11. Competitive salary reflective of experience.
12. Hybrid and flexible working options.
13. Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities.
14. Supportive, collaborative team culture with a healthy work–life balance.
This is a great opportunity for a planner who wants to make an impact within a well-established consultancy while enjoying the lifestyle and professional network that Stratford-upon-Avon and the wider Midlands region have to offer.