Senior Planner
Whether you are a looking for new challenge or looking to progress your career, we would love to hear from you. We have established an excellent reputation for service and pride ourselves on seeing development projects through from inception to delivery on the ground. If you became a planner to make a difference, then this is the job for you
You will be either a chartered Town Planner or working towards RTPI Membership, with planning experience gained in the public and / or private sector (consultancy or client-side).
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who can:
* understand the needs and motivations of clients, which encompass housebuilders, land promoters, national, regional and local developers and businesses.
* develop long lasting relationships with clients and allied professionals.
* demonstrate technical excellence and the ability to apply accrued knowledge and expertise to new projects, both setting and executing a strategy.
* draw upon their breadth of experience of different forms of development and / or geographic areas.
* act with confidence and integrity, giving honest clear advice and managing the inherent risks associated with the planning process.
* prepare written advice and reports to a high standard.
* undertake due diligence and research, prepare and submit applications and appeals, liaise and negotiate with officers during the course of determination.
* participate in community engagement events
* take responsibility and work on their own initiative, albeit within a supportive team structure and environment.
* project manage and use their time effectively.
* work from our head office, albeit we are open to discussion on flexible working arrangements.
You must also possess:
* enthusiasm and a desire to find solutions.
* excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* good IT literacy (MS Office applications and confident in using web-based applications).
* a willingness to learn as our profession evolves (be it through legislative change, policy or good practice). We will support you with CPD opportunities.
* a driving licence and have access to a car
What we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Potential Bonus as part of a renumeration package
* Workplace pension
* Flexible working arrangements
* Gym membership
* CPD opportunities
* Social events for friends and family
We will provide you with exposure to a wide range of clients and projects across the south coast.
About us
Chapman Lily Planning has forged an excellent reputation for providing reliable, professional planning advice and we are proud to have helped deliver projects on the ground – be it new homes, country parks, business space, farm diversification or renewable energy infrastructure.
Our head office is in the beautiful town of Wareham in Dorset. If you are thinking about relocation, you couldn't get better here, we have the Jurassic coast on our door step with some of the best beaches in the south coast and we are a short drive from Poole and Bournemouth.
To find out more about Chapman Lily Planning and the role, please visit
For a confidential discussion, please contact Brett Spiller or Giles Moir on or send an expression of interest and CV to CLOSING DATE 1st November 2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£41,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* On-site parking
Education:
* Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
* Town Planning: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person