Senior Town Planner (MRTPI / FRTPI)
Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
FutureGen Recruitment is representing an ambitious and growing planning consultancy based in the South West that delivers high-profile and technically challenging projects across residential, mixed-use, regeneration, infrastructure, and strategic development.
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Town Planner with a strong planning background and the confidence to lead on significant projects, support business growth, and work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this varied and senior role you’ll be expected to:
* Lead on key planning applications from inception to delivery
* Prepare high-quality planning statements, design and access statements, and supporting planning documentation
* Manage client relationships and develop new business opportunities
* Coordinate with internal teams (design, urbanism, environmental and transport specialists) and external stakeholders
* Provide sound technical planning advice across a mix of strategic and development management work
* Represent projects at pre-application meetings, committee hearings and public consultations
* Mentor and support more junior planners and contribute to team growth
What You’ll Bring
* A recognised planning qualification (relevant degree or equivalent)
* Chartered (or near Chartered) membership of the RTPI
* 2+ years’ relevant planning experience, ideally including major or mixed-use development and strategic work
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong project and client management capability
* Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
* Ability to balance technical detail with commercial outcomes
What’s on Offer
✔ Competitive salary (between £30,000 to £50,000 DOE) with regular reviews
✔ Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
✔ Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious work culture
✔ Opportunities to work on complex, high-profile projects
✔ Ongoing professional development and CPD support
✔ A clear pathway for career progression within a growing team
✔ Profit share / performance-linked bonuses (role dependent)
✔ Company support for RTPI membership and chartership development
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a multi-disciplinary setting, and wants the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that make a difference in both local and regional contexts.
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How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to submit your application, please contact:
Rob Hanks
Director – FutureGen Recruitment
07855 276123