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Location: Wareham, Dorset (Flexible/Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Pension + Benefits
Were working with a respected and long:established town planning consultancy based in Wareham, supporting their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their collaborative and well:regarded team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a broad range of high:quality work across the South of England, including planning applications, appeals, site promotion, and strategic land projects.
This firm is known for providing expert planning advice and consultancy services to a loyal and expanding client base of housebuilders, land promoters, local developers and businesses. The team prides itself on its technical depth, practical insight, and strong client relationships.
The Role
Youll be involved in a wide range of planning projects including:
Preparing and managing planning applications, site appraisals, and appeals
Strategic land promotion and Local Plan representations
Project management and stakeholder engagement
Community consultation and public exhibitions
Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements
Working closely with colleagues, clients, consultants and local planning authorities
Youll be joining a supportive team where autonomy is encouraged, and youll have the chance to play a key role in managing projects and developing new and existing client relationships.
About You
Were seeking a commercially minded and technically proficient planner who can deliver high:quality advice and manage complex projects. You should:
Be a chartered member of the RTPI
Have around 7+ years of post:qualification experience, ideally in both public and private sectors (although flexibility will be given for strong candidates)
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understand the motivations of clients and the commercial realities of development
Be comfortable working independently while supporting junior members of the team
Demonstrate strong time management and organisational skills
Hold a full UK driving licence and access to a car
Experience in EIA or urban design is desirable but not essential.
Whats on Offer
Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
Generous pension scheme
Private gym membership
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Supportive team culture with CPD and career progression encouraged
Opportunity to work on a variety of planning projects across the South of England
Beautiful location in Dorset with excellent quality of life for those considering relocation
If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a consultancy that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, we would love to hear from you.
Contact Sofia Conte email at or learn more about this exciting opportunity. Seniority level
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