Remote Town Planner

TipTopJob; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy in Shropshire is seeking an Entry Level Town Planner to join their team. You will provide planning advice, prepare applications, and work on diverse projects with an option for remote working. Ideal candidates will have an RTPI accredited degree, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. A competitive salary and ongoing professional development support are on offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a planning role, ideally within consultancy, or local authority.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work towards chartership.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert planning advice.
• Prepare and submit planning applications.
• Liaise with clients and authorities.

Skills

Strong communication and report-writing skills

Ability to manage workload effectively

Proactive and client-focused approach

Education

RTPI accredited degree

Job description

Overview

Town Planner: Shropshire (with Remote Flexibility)

Are you looking to take the next step in your planning career with a well-established, forward-thinking consultancy? They’re now seeking a motivated Town Planner to join their team.

The Role

Based at their Shropshire office (with the option of remote working for the right candidate), you’ll be working on a varied portfolio of projects, from residential and commercial schemes through to rural and environmental developments. You’ll play a key role in providing expert planning advice, preparing and submitting applications, liaising with clients and local authorities, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality outcomes.

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary, tailored to your experience
• Flexible working arrangements, including potential for remote work
• Ongoing professional development and support toward chartership if required
• The chance to work on a wide variety of interesting and challenging projects
• A supportive, collaborative team culture within a highly regarded consultancy

About You

• RTPI accredited degree (or working towards chartership)
• Experience in a planning role, ideally within consultancy, although local authority backgrounds are also welcome
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a team
• A proactive and client-focused approach

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner who wants to develop their career within a consultancy that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. If you’re ready to make an impact and join a practice with an excellent reputation in the sector, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV and a brief covering note outlining your interest in the role.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

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