Associate Town Planner

Carrington West; Stone Cross; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in the UK is looking for an Associate Town Planner to shape their growth. This role offers significant career progression to ownership and leadership of a team. The ideal candidate will be MRTPI qualified with experience in client management and a passion for mentoring. This position allows for flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 plus benefits, creating an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to significantly impact the business.

Benefits

Flexible working

Strong financial package

Career progression to ownership

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualification with considerable experience as a Senior or Associate Town Planner.
• Background in the private sector, not crucial to have an existing client base.
• Confidence in managing client relationships and securing new work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 6 planners, primarily juniors.
• Oversee planning projects while ensuring team development.
• Drive business goals with a focus on future directions.

Skills

MRTPI qualified

Client management

Mentoring junior talent

Commercially minded

Job description

Associate Town Planner

Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + Benefits
Location: Kent - Flexible working

Are you an experienced Senior or Associate Town Planner looking for the next big step in your career?

This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving planning consultancy at a pivotal time in its growth. My client is seeking someone who not only wants to lead but also has long-term ambitions for equity and shares in the business.

Why This Role?

• Clear progression to ownership - scope for shares in the business as part of succession planning.
• Leadership responsibility - oversee and mentor a talented team of 6 planners (majority graduates/juniors).
• Flexible working - work from home on Mondays, office-based for the rest of the week.
• Strong financial package - £70,000 - £75,000 plus benefits depending on experience.

About You

• MRTPI qualified with strong experience at Senior or Associate level.
• Private sector background, not essential to have a client base that would follow.
• Confident in client management and capable of winning/retaining work.
• Enjoy mentoring and developing junior talent.
• Commercially minded with an interest in the future direction of the business.

This is more than a job - it's a career-defining move for someone who wants influence, autonomy, and the chance to shape a successful business.

If this sounds like you and you would like some more information, please do apply to this with an updated CV and pop me a call on (phone number removed).

Job Reference: 60933