Senior Town Planner

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Cardiff seeks a Senior Town Planner to join a dynamic team. The role involves strategic planning work, assisting senior staff, and mentoring juniors. Candidates should hold RTPI chartered status, possess strong planning policy knowledge, and excellent problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and benefits include flexible working arrangements and professional training opportunities.

Benefits

Career development pathway

Access to professional training

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a planning consultancy environment.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategic planning work.
• Assist Planning Directors with their caseloads.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Planning policy understanding

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Full RTPI chartered status

Job description

Job Description

Job Advertisement: Senior Town Planner
Location: Cardiff
Salary: Competitive

Overview

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Town Planner to join a dynamic and multidisciplinary team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, including residential, mixed-use developments, data centres, airports, retail, logistics, and major infrastructure initiatives.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Town Planner, you will:

• Contribute to strategic planning work, including preparing representations for Local Plan consultations and developing planning strategies to promote land and development opportunities.
• Assist Planning Directors in delivering their caseloads, including preparing Planning Statements and other key documentation.
• Develop and refine your written and oral communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders.
• Play an active role in business development initiatives to support the growth of the planning team.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, including Planners, Assistant Planners, Graduates, and Apprentices.
• Participate in internal planning groups and contribute to the continuous improvement of the team's processes and outputs.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Full RTPI chartered status with proven experience in a planning consultancy environment.
• A strong understanding of planning policy and a keen interest in planning, development, and environmental issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work proactively and strategically.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about complex planning challenges.
• A good awareness of market trends and local planning issues.
• The ability to manage workloads effectively and meet established deadlines.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day will involve:

• Collaborating with colleagues across various disciplines to deliver high-quality planning advice and solutions.
• Preparing and reviewing planning applications, statements, and reports.
• Engaging with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to progress projects.
• Supporting the team in identifying new business opportunities and contributing to proposals.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members to foster their professional growth.

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• A clear and transparent career development pathway, supported by a personal development plan.
• Access to accredited professional training programmes, including leadership and management qualifications up to master's degree level.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and agile office spaces, to support work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work on high-profile projects that make a tangible difference to communities and the environment.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture that values innovation and professional growth.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Town Planner, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application today, and our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Join a team where your expertise and passion for planning will be valued and nurtured. Take this opportunity to shape the future of our built environment while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Call Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed).