Town Planner | Planning Consultancy | Flexible UK Location
The Opportunity
An established and highly respected planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing team. Known for delivering complex and high-profile projects across the UK, the practice works at the forefront of planning, development strategy and placemaking.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who wants to work on meaningful projects that shape places, influence policy and contribute to sustainable development.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you will support a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors such as strategic land, residential, mixed-use, employment and urban regeneration. You will work closely with senior planners, urban designers and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver planning strategies and secure planning permissions.
Key responsibilities will include:
Preparing and submitting planning applications and supporting documentation
Producing planning appraisals, strategy reports and representations
Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and project teams
Supporting the promotion of sites through the Local Plan process
Monitoring planning policy and advising clients on planning strategy
Contributing to project delivery across a range of development schemes
About You
The successful candidate is likely to have:
A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
Progress toward or interest in working toward MRTPI status
Experience in either consultancy or local authority planning (ideal but not essential)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage tasks across multiple projects
A genuine interest in shaping sustainable and successful places
Why Apply?
Work on nationally significant and locally impactful projects
Join a collaborative and supportive planning team
Exposure to strategic planning and policy work
Clear professional development and mentoring support
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible and hybrid working options
Next Steps
If you're a motivated planner looking to develop your career within a highly regarded planning environment, this could be an excellent next move.
For a confidential discussion or to learn more about the opportunity, please get in touch