Senior Planner

Aztrum; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning practice in Worthing is seeking a Senior Planner to manage planning applications and projects. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and MRTPI qualification, with a minimum of five years’ experience in town planning. Responsibilities include drafting planning documentation and coordinating project teams. The role offers competitive salary and various benefits including regular social events and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Regular social events

Study trips

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye-care support

Complimentary fruit

CPD programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ professional experience in town planning.
• Experience working on significant and/or complex development projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting planning research and providing professional advice.
• Drafting planning statements and community engagement materials.
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Assisting with client relationship management.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Report-writing

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Degree in a relevant planning discipline

MRTPI qualification

Job description

Senior Planner

Worthing

£40,000 - £50,000

Our client is an established practice operating across architecture, urban design and planning. Their collaborative, design-focused approach supports sustainable development for both public and private sector clients.

The Role

The appointed Senior Planner will take on a key position within a growing planning team, supporting projects from initial concept through to completion. The role involves managing an independent caseload while also contributing to larger, multi-disciplinary schemes in partnership with architects and urban designers.

The position offers regular interaction with clients, local authorities and consultants, alongside opportunities to develop leadership and commercial skills within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications, appeals and associated consents
• Conducting planning research, policy reviews and providing clear, professional advice
• Drafting planning statements, appraisals, appeal documentation and community engagement materials
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary project teams and liaising with local authorities and statutory bodies
• Supporting public consultation and stakeholder engagement activities
• Assisting with client relationship management, business development and marketing initiatives
• Contributing to team development and sharing knowledge with colleagues

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant planning discipline
• MRTPI qualification (or eligibility for full membership)
• Minimum of five years’ professional experience in town planning
• Excellent analytical and report-writing abilities with strong attention to detail
• Experience working on significant and / or complex development projects
• A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach
• Strong organisational and time-management skills

Culture and Benefits

• Regular social events and networking opportunities
• Study trips (including European destinations)
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eye-care support and complimentary fruit
• A comprehensive internal and external CPD programme

Mentoring opportunities and organised site visits

Involvement in charitable initiatives

If you are interested in this Senior Planner role, please contact Callum via