Senior Planning Consultant

ZipRecruiter; St Albans; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in the UK is seeking a dynamic Senior Planning Consultant to manage client portfolios and deliver high-quality planning advice. This role offers competitive remuneration with a focus on client-facing responsibilities across diverse sectors, including residential and commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience in planning consultancy or local government.
• Proven success in managing major planning projects.
• Strong track record of business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio of clients, providing high-level planning advice.
• Prepare and submit complex planning applications.
• Conduct planning appraisals and site assessments.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Full RTPI membership

Job description

Job Description

Senior Planning Consultant – Planning Consultancy (Remote / UK-Wide) £55,000 - £65,000 DOE + Bonus Structure Full-Time Permanent Contract

We are working with a nationally recognised planning consultancy to recruit a dynamic and commercially minded Senior Planning Consultant. This is a key position supporting the delivery of high-quality planning services across sectors including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and employment. The role is client-facing, managing your own caseload and contributing directly to business growth. The ideal candidate will be an RTPI-accredited professional with extensive experience in consultancy or local authority, capable of handling complex planning projects from inception to delivery.

Responsibilities

1. Manage your own portfolio of clients, offering high-level planning advice and fostering long-term relationships.
2. Prepare and submit complex planning applications, appeals, and land promotion strategies.
3. Conduct planning appraisals and site assessments to determine development potential.
4. Represent clients at committee meetings, hearings, and public examinations.
5. Develop planning strategies aligned with local and national policies to maximise approval prospects.
6. Draft high-quality planning reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
7. Liaise with stakeholders, including clients, local authorities, legal professionals, and community groups.
8. Attend site visits, client meetings, and public forums.
9. Contribute to business development through networking, identifying opportunities, and preparing proposals.

Requirements

• Degree in Town Planning or a related field; full RTPI membership is essential.
• Extensive post-qualification experience within planning consultancy or local government.
• Proven success in managing major planning projects and delivering for clients.
• In-depth knowledge of planning legislation, appeals, and policy.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of generating income.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and supporting team development.
• A demonstrable track record of business development or an existing client base is highly desirable.

Contact: For more information or to apply, please contact James at Service Care Solutions: (phone number removed) - (url removed)