Associate Town Planner

Carrington West; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in London is seeking an Associate Town Planner to lead commercial planning projects. This role offers a competitive salary starting from £50,000 and a flexible hybrid working model. Join a collaborative team that values your growth and provides a steady flow of existing projects, allowing you to focus on your professional development without the pressure of generating clients.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid working model

Collaborative team culture

Full benefits package tailored to experience

Qualifications

• Experience in town planning, either in consultancy or local authority.
• A strong track record in commercial sector projects.
• The ability to confidently manage and run projects independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An ambitious and proactive approach, with a genuine passion for planning.

Responsibilities

• Leading on a range of commercial planning projects, from initial appraisals to completion.
• Managing client relationships and engaging with local authorities and key stakeholders.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team.
• Contributing to business development by identifying opportunities and supporting growth.

Skills

Experience in town planning

Strong track record in commercial sector projects

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage and run projects independently

Ambitious and proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Associate Town Planner
Are you ready to step up into a senior planning role in the heart of London? As an Associate Town Planner, you will be joining a highly respected consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering successful planning outcomes across the commercial sector. With a healthy pipeline of work already in place, you will be given the opportunity to lead on exciting projects without the pressure of bringing a client base with you.

This Central London-based consultancy is known for its collaborative, forward-thinking culture. You'll be working on a wide variety of schemes including retail, trade, warehouse developments, food stores, and retail parks. With a hybrid working model, you will benefit from both flexibility and the energy of being part of a thriving, ambitious team.

Responsibilities

• Leading on a range of commercial planning projects, from initial appraisals through to completion.
• Managing client relationships and engaging with local authorities and key stakeholders.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team.
• Contributing to business development by identifying opportunities and supporting growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in town planning, either in consultancy or local authority.
• A strong track record in commercial sector projects.
• The ability to confidently manage and run projects independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An ambitious and proactive approach, with a genuine passion for planning.

Benefits

• A competitive salary from £50,000 (depending on experience).
• A flexible hybrid working model.
• A steady flow of existing projects - no need to generate your own work.
• A supportive, collaborative team culture that values career progression.
• A full benefits package tailored to your experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate Town Planner who wants to take on more responsibility, lead diverse commercial projects, and continue building their career with a consultancy that is growing and investing in its people.

How to apply

Don't miss out, apply today with a copy of your CV and call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) to discuss this role in confidence.