Senior Planner | Hybrid, Path to Principal Projects

TipTopJob; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK planning consultancy based in Colchester is seeking a Senior Planner to manage a diverse range of planning applications and projects. The ideal candidate will be MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership, with excellent knowledge of the UK planning system. Responsibilities include managing applications, providing expert client advice, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and genuine opportunities for progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Supportive culture

Progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in consultancy or local authority planning.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system and development processes.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, submitting, and managing complex planning applications.
• Providing expert advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Supporting major planning projects from inception to delivery.
• Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives.
• Mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership

Strong report-writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Client-facing skills

Proactive independent and collaborative work

Education

MRTPI qualification

Job description

A leading UK planning consultancy based in Colchester is seeking a Senior Planner to manage a diverse range of planning applications and projects. The ideal candidate will be MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership, with excellent knowledge of the UK planning system. Responsibilities include managing applications, providing expert client advice, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and genuine opportunities for progression within a supportive team environment.