Associate Town Planner Winchester | Full-Time | Hybrid Working An established and award-winning planning consultancy based in Winchester is looking to appoint an ambitious Associate Town Planner to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an MRTPI-qualified planner with at least five years’ post-qualification experience to take ownership of a varied and high-quality caseload across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic development projects. Working closely with Directors and senior colleagues, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering planning advice, managing client relationships, mentoring junior staff and contributing to the continued growth of the business. The Role Key responsibilities include: Managing planning projects from inception through to determination Preparing and submitting planning applications, prior approvals and appeals Drafting planning statements, site appraisals and technical planning reports Leading pre-application discussions with local authorities and stakeholders Advising clients on planning strategy and development opportunities Coordinating consultant teams and managing project delivery Preparing and presenting planning appeals Attending hearings, inquiries, client meetings and site visits Supporting business development activities and networking opportunities Mentoring junior members of the team About You Applicants should have: MRTPI membership A minimum of five years’ post-qualification planning experience Strong experience managing planning applications and appeals Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and strong client management ability Sound knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation Strong organisational and project management skills A Town Planning degree (or related RTPI-accredited qualification) A full UK driving licence Experience within consultancy and familiarity with planning issues across Hampshire and the South East would be advantageous. What’s on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience Discretionary annual bonus RTPI subscription paid Generous annual leave package, including an additional birthday day off Hybrid working arrangements High-quality and varied project work Collaborative and supportive working environment Excellent Winchester city centre location close to the station This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing consultancy where your contribution will be recognised and where you will have genuine responsibility and progression opportunities from day one. If interested, apply now or contact Marta – marta@zodiacrecruitment.co.uk / 01792 677 005