Associate Planner

Hunter Dunning Limited; Bromsgrove; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy in Bromsgrove seeks an Associate Planner to manage various planning projects. The role requires a minimum of 4 years' experience and MRTPI status. You will provide expert planning advice and manage client relationships while supporting junior team members. The firm offers a competitive salary of £45,000-£60,000, a performance-related bonus, and flexible working options within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Career progression opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience in planning.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently.
• Strong understanding of development management processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of planning projects across various sectors.
• Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Provide professional planning advice to clients.

Skills

Project management

Planning policy understanding

Excellent communication skills

Report writing

Client engagement

Education

MRTPI status

Job description

Associate Planner Job in Bromsgrove

Associate Planner Job is available. Join a highly respected planning and development consultancy offering genuine flexibility, early responsibility, and exposure to major national projects. This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career in a supportive, professional environment where quality and collaboration are key.

An established independent planning and development consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering successful outcomes across a diverse range of major projects. The team works nationally from a charming Worcestershire base, providing expert planning, development, and regeneration advice to a loyal portfolio of private and public sector clients. Known for their personable approach and professional integrity, they offer a collaborative working culture, flexible arrangements, and clear routes for progression.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed‑use sectors
• Prepare, submit and oversee planning applications, appeals and development appraisals
• Provide professional planning advice to clients, stakeholders and local authorities
• Manage client relationships and lead project communications effectively
• Contribute to business development by supporting bids, proposals and new client enquiries
• Support junior team members and collaborate with senior colleagues across projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 4 years' post‑qualification experience with MRTPI status
• Strong understanding of planning policy and development management processes
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and work effectively in a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident engaging with clients, consultees and the public
• Strong report writing and presentation skills
• Full UK driving licence.

What you get back

• Salary £45,000-£60,000 depending on experience
• Performance‑related bonus
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Work‑life balance within an attractive village setting.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.