Senior Town Planner
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Job Summary
Senior Town Planner
London/Birmingham/Exeter or Cardiff
Salary: 42000 - 50000
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Planner to join our clients growing planning team in one of their regional offices in London Birmingham Exeter or Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking consultancy delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of residential commercial mixed-use and regeneration projects.
As a Senior Planner you will manage planning applications and appeals provide strategic advice to clients and play an integral role in project delivery and business development. Youll be part of a collaborative team and have the opportunity to make a real impact on shaping places across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage planning applications appeals site appraisals and representations.
- Provide sound planning advice to clients including developers landowners local authorities and other stakeholders.
- Conduct research and analysis to inform planning strategies.
- Draft high-quality reports including Planning Statements and Design & Access Statements.
- Liaise with local authorities consultants and external teams to deliver successful outcomes.
- Attend planning committees public consultations and client meetings.
- Support junior planners and contribute to a positive team culture.
- Play an active role in business development and growing the firms regional presence.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) essential.
- A degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning or a related subject.
- At least 35 years professional experience in a planning consultancy local authority or developer environment.
- Strong working knowledge of UK planning systems and policy (experience in both England and Wales desirable if cross-border).
- Excellent communication negotiation and report-writing skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Commercially aware with a client-focused mindset.
- A proactive collaborative and problem-solving approach.
- A full UK driving licence is desirable depending on base location.
What is on offer:
- Competitive salary tailored to your experience and chartered status.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Generous holiday allowance pension scheme and private healthcare.
- Full support for ongoing professional development.
- RTPI fees paid and opportunities for continued CPD.
- A friendly inclusive and collaborative working environment.
- A chance to work on impactful and high-profile projects across the UK.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Senior Planner role please send your CV to
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Six Sigma
- Construction Estimating
- Earned Value Management
- Emergency Management
- Joint Operations
- Production Planning
- Project Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Project
- Auto Estimating
- Exercise Planning
