Policy Planning Lead — Senior/Principal Town Planner (UK)

Arup; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection cover

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Principal and Senior Town Planner to lead planning policy, evidence base, research and strategy commissions across Northern England. You will prepare policy documents, reports and client recommendations, advising both public and private sector clients on policy and delivery.

The role emphasizes ownership of projects and client relationships, with opportunities to develop technical, commercial and leadership skills within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or masters in town planning or equivalent.
• Chartered membership of RTPI or equivalent professional body.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning policy, evidence base, research and strategy commissions.
• Prepare clear, robust policy documents, reports and client recommendations.

Skills

Town planning degree

Policy planning

Project management

Client meetings

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree/masters in town planning

RTPI Chartered membership

Job description

Arup is seeking a Principal and Senior Town Planner to lead planning policy, evidence base, research and strategy commissions across Northern England. You will prepare policy documents, reports and client recommendations, advising both public and private sector clients on policy and delivery.

The role emphasizes ownership of projects and client relationships, with opportunities to develop technical, commercial and leadership skills within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.