Senior Town Planner

Carrington West; Cricklade; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable planning consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage various projects and provide expert planning advice. This role offers the opportunity to lead from inception to completion while supporting junior team members in a collaborative environment. You will enjoy hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. If you are motivated and ambitious in the planning field, this position will allow you to make a tangible impact on projects across diverse sectors.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualification or working towards it.
• Strong experience in development management, planning policy, or private sector planning.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Provide expert planning advice.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

MRTPI qualification or working towards it

Experience in development management

Ability to manage projects independently

Excellent communication skills

Proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Job description

Senior Town Planner

Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career and lead on a variety of exciting projects? This Senior Town Planner role in Swindon offers the chance to join a well-established consultancy where you will be trusted to manage projects, guide clients, and make a tangible impact on high-quality developments.

The company is a small but highly respected planning consultancy with a reputation for delivering successful outcomes across residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. With a collaborative team culture and a growing pipeline of work, they are now seeking a Senior Town Planner to strengthen their team and support continued expansion.

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of projects, providing expert planning advice, and building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. You will be working closely with colleagues in a collaborative environment while also taking ownership of your own caseload.

You will be leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality outputs, while mentoring and supporting more junior team members. This is a role that combines autonomy with collaboration, giving you the chance to grow professionally and influence the direction of key schemes.

Skills and Experience

• MRTPI qualification (or working towards it).
• Strong experience in development management, planning policy, or private sector planning.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and provide expert advice.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report‑writing skills.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a passion for planning.

Salary and Benefits

You will receive a competitive salary (DOE), along with:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of projects across multiple sectors.

Apply Now

If you are motivated, ambitious, and ready to take the next step in your planning career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or give me a call on (phone number removed) if you have any questions.