Senior Town Planner

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing planning consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Planner to join their team. This role requires over 3 years of experience and MRTPI qualification. The ideal candidate will have strong technical abilities and a proactive mindset, capable of managing applications and engaging with clients. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a consultancy at its early stage with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in planning.
• Experience in handling applications, appeals, and site appraisals.
• Confidence in engaging with clients and managing workload.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of the consultancy.
• Handle applications and site appraisals.
• Engage with clients and manage projects.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Proactive mindset

Client engagement

Application handling

Site appraisals

Strategic planning

Education

MRTPI qualification

Job description

Overview

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

Our client are a brand-new, ambitious planning consultancy, offering a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner to join their growing team and help shape both their future and yours.

Headlines

• Title: Senior Planner
• Experience required: 3+ years’ experience (MRTPI)
• Salary: Up to £50k (Dependent on experience)
• Location: Cambridge
• Type of Company: Independent, Growing Planning Consultancy
• Hybrid working: Yes – flexible arrangements available

Who are they?

A recently established consultancy with big plans, our client is led by experienced planning professionals with a fresh, forward-thinking approach. They’re building a collaborative and supportive culture where ideas are encouraged, careers move quickly, and everyone has a voice. This is a rare chance to join a practice at an early stage, offering you variety, and the chance to be part of something new.

Who they are looking for

They’re seeking a talented Senior Planner (MRTPI) with strong technical skills and a proactive mindset. With experience handling applications, appeals, site appraisals and strategy, plus the confidence to engage with clients and manage your own workload. If you’re motivated by the chance to make an impact and grow with a consultancy on the rise, this role is for you.