Overview
Senior Planner : Colchester. Leading UK Planning Consultancy
Location: Colchester (Hybrid working)
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Sector: Town Planning / Development Consultancy
An established national planning and development consultancy is seeking a Senior Planner to join their growing Colchester team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and collaborative business that values innovation, professional development, and work-life balance.
Responsibilities
* Working alongside experienced Directors and a multi-disciplinary team, manage your own caseload of planning applications, appeals, and local plan representations
* Preparing, submitting, and managing complex planning applications and appeals
* Providing expert advice to clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
* Supporting major planning projects from inception to delivery
* Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives
* Mentoring junior colleagues and assisting with team growth
About You
* MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership with significant experience)
* Demonstrable experience in consultancy or local authority planning
* Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system and development processes
* Strong report-writing, communication, and client-facing skills
* Ambitious, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Why Join?
* Join a respected national consultancy with a strong reputation for quality and integrity
* Enjoy a flexible, friendly, and supportive culture
* Genuine progression opportunities to Principal and Associate level
* Competitive salary and benefits package, including hybrid working
If you’re ready to take the next step in your planning career and want to work on exciting projects with a highly regarded team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Neil Ellerton in confidence for an informal discussion.
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