Senior Associate Planner

Carrington West; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private planning consultancy in Hertfordshire is seeking a Senior Associate Planning to manage planning projects and drive business development. The role is perfect for an MRTPI qualified professional aiming for a leadership position, focusing on client relationships and team mentoring. With a salary starting at £75,000+, this role offers a clear route to senior leadership and a supportive team environment that values autonomy and influence over business growth.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive team environment

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified with strong private-sector planning experience.
• Proven track record managing complex planning applications.
• Ambitious, motivated, and ready for leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering planning projects from inception to determination.
• Acting as a contact for clients, providing commercially focused advice.
• Driving business development and growing client relationships.
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting growth.
• Collaborating on strategy and workload planning.

Skills

MRTPI qualified

Strong private-sector experience

Commercial awareness

Team leadership skills

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

Senior Associate Planning – Hertfordshire | Private Planning Consultancy
Salary: £75,000+ DOE + Discretionary Bonus & Benefits

We are working with a well-established and growing private planning consultancy in Hertfordshire that is looking to appoint a Senior Associate as a key strategic hire, with a clear pathway to leading the team in the medium term. The role sits between Partner and Associate level and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both technical delivery and business growth.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional who is ready to step into a more influential role, take ownership of client relationships, and help shape the future direction of a successful consultancy. Alongside managing your own caseload, you will take the lead on business development, contribute to the firm\'s profile in the market, and support the ongoing growth of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering a range of planning projects from inception through to determination
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing commercially focused planning advice
• Driving business development, including winning new instructions and growing existing client relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
• Working closely with the Partner on strategy, workload planning and future growth
• Playing an active role in shaping the consultancy\'s long-term direction

About You

• MRTPI qualified
• Currently operating at Senior Associate level or an experienced Associate ready to step up
• Strong private-sector experience with a proven track record of managing complex planning applications
• Commercially minded, with the confidence and ability to contribute to fee generation and business development
• Ambitious, collaborative and motivated by progression and leadership responsibility

What\u2019s on Offer

• Salary from £75,000+, depending on experience
• Discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package
• A clear route to leading the team and stepping into a senior leadership position
• High-quality work, autonomy, and genuine influence over the growth of the business
• Supportive, close-knit team environment with an established client base

If you\'re an experienced, ready to step into an Senior Associate role or seeking a new challenge apply today and please contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

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