Job Description
Senior Town Planner - CheltenhamLocation: Cheltenham, GloucestershireSalary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) + Bonus + BenefitsType: Permanent, Full-TimeConsultant Contact: Katy Thorne, Town Planning Recruitment Specialist
Are you a driven and experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? I'm working with a well-established and forward-thinking planning consultancy in Cheltenham that's looking to welcome a Senior Town Planner to their dynamic and growing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy with a diverse project portfolio spanning residential, mixed-use, and strategic land schemes. The team has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially-minded planning advice across the South West and beyond. As a Senior Planner, you'll play a key role in managing client relationships, leading projects, and mentoring junior staff.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary in line with experience (up to £55k)
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements
* Ongoing CPD and structured progression opportunities
* Supportive and sociable office culture
Key responsibilities:
* Manage a range of planning applications and appeals
* Provide expert planning advice to a varied client base
* Lead on pre-application and planning strategy work
* Prepare and submit planning documentation and written representations
* Engage with local authorities and stakeholders
* Support Directors on strategic land and major developments
About you:
* MRTPI qualified (or working toward it with significant experience)
* Proven track record of managing planning applications across sectors
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to manage clients and projects independently
* Commercially astute with strong attention to detail
Whether you're stepping into a Senior Planner role for the first time or already operating at that level and looking for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and ambitious consultancy.
Ready to take the next step?If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Send your CV to and call me on