Senior Town Planner

Carrington West; Bourne End; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private planning consultancy in Buckinghamshire seeks a Senior Town Planner with a commitment to collaboration and career development. Offering a flexible hybrid work environment and opportunities for professional growth, this role focuses on managing planning applications and client advisory work.

Benefits

Car allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Mentoring from senior professionals

RTPI membership fees covered

Employee share ownership opportunity

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-18 months of experience in town planning.
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of planning applications.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients.
• Prepare planning applications and attend site visits.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Licentiate or Chartered Member of the RTPI

Job description

Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Buckinghamshire (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £35,000 - £48,000 (Depending on Experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Town Planner to join a respected private planning consultancy based in Buckinghamshire. This role is open to candidates from both the private and public sectors and offers a flexible working environment with real progression potential.
This is a fantastic role for a planning professional looking to take the next step in their career within a consultancy that values collaboration, career development, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:
·Manage your own caseload of planning applications and projects
·Assist senior colleagues with larger, complex schemes
·Provide strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
·Prepare planning applications, appeals, and associated documentation
·Attend site visits, meetings, and public consultations as required
·Build strong relationships with local authorities and stakeholders

Requirements:
·minimum 12-18 months of experience in town planning, either in consultancy or local authority
·Licentiate or Chartered Member of the RTPI (essential)
·Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits
·Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
·Analytical thinker with problem-solving abilities
·Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Benefits:
·Competitive salary, dependent on experience
·Car allowance and flexible working arrangements (3+ days office-based)
·Friendly, inclusive team culture with a supportive management structure
·Ongoing coaching and mentoring from senior professionals
·RTPI membership fees fully covered
·Employee share ownership opportunity - become a part-owner of the business
·Career progression within a growing consultancy

This is a unique opportunity to join a close-knit, forward-thinking consultancy with a strong and growing client base. You'll benefit from excellent mentoring and the freedom to develop your professional capabilities in a supportive and flexible environment.

Interested in applying?
Submit your CV today to avoid missing out - [e-mail] or call 02393 876 054

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