Enior Town Planner - West Sussex (Hybrid Working Available)
I'm working with a well-established and highly regarded rural property and planning consultancy that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner to join its team in Pulborough, West Sussex.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who enjoys working on a diverse caseload, has strong technical ability, and values a collaborative, professional environment with real scope for progression.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering planning advice across a broad range of projects, with a particular focus on rural, residential, and mixed-use development. You will be trusted to manage your own workload while contributing to wider team objectives and mentoring junior colleagues where appropriate.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing and delivering planning applications and appeals
Providing strategic planning advice to private clients and landowners
Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility assessments
Preparing and coordinating planning statements and supporting documents
Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
Supporting junior team members and contributing to business development
About You
My client is keen to speak with planners who can demonstrate:
MRTPI qualification (or working towards chartered status with significant experience)
Solid experience within the UK planning system
Strong report writing and communication skills
Confidence managing projects and client relationships
A proactive, commercially aware approach
Experience in rural planning, agricultural development, or heritage and landscape-led projects would be advantageous, but is not essential.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Clear progression opportunities within a supportive team
Exposure to high-quality and varied planning work
A friendly, professional working culture in a scenic West Sussex location
If you're a Senior Town Planner considering your next step and would like to explore this opportunity in confidence, I'd be very happy to discuss the role in more detail