Overview
Senior Town Planner - Residential Development, Shropshire | Permanent | £50,000 Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
I'm working with a highly regarded and well-established residential developer who is looking to expand their strategic planning team with the appointment of a Senior Town Planner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team at a time of real momentum — offering a strong pipeline of strategic land, a supportive culture, and the autonomy to lead your own projects from promotion through to planning consent.
Responsibilities
* Managing the planning process for strategic and immediate land opportunities
* Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
* Coordinating external consultants and managing project timelines
* Engaging with local authorities, communities, and key stakeholders
* Advising on planning risks and opportunities for new land acquisitions
What We're Looking For
* MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
* Strong experience in residential planning — from consultancy, local authority, or developer background
* Proven ability to manage planning applications and appeals, ideally for large sites
* Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
* Good understanding of the UK planning system, with an eye for commerciality
Why Apply?
* Work on high-quality developments with a well-capitalised and privately-owned housebuilder
* Clear progression opportunities in a lean and agile planning team
* Flexible working culture with autonomy and trust
* Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus scheme, and full benefits package
* Opportunity to move from consultancy to in-house or to gain more autonomy and recognition in the developer world
Interested?
Apply now or get in touch with me directly for a confidential conversation. Interviews are being scheduled over the coming weeks, so don't miss your chance to be part of something exciting. Please contact Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)
#J-18808-Ljbffr