Senior Town Planner

PEBBLE RECRUITMENT LTD; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner in Greater London. The role involves managing planning applications, supporting project progression, and liaising with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in public/private sectors, along with strong communication and presentation skills. The position offers competitive pay, professional membership fees, and a hybrid working model. Interested individuals should send their CV to A leading planning consultancy.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Paid professional membership fees

Opportunities for career development

Team socials

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline, with a strong interest in planning.
• Experience within either the public or private sector.
• Chartered or working towards MRTPI.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in progressing major planning and development projects.
• Manage small to medium-sized planning applications independently.
• Engage with planning officers, consultees, and other third-party stakeholders.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Senior Town Planner | London

Competitive Salary Plus Benefits | Permanent

Ref: DB093

A leading planning consultancy are looking for a Senior Town Planner. The successful candidate will work across a diverse range of projects such as mineral, retail, residential, commercial, infrastructure, and leisure.

Senior Town Planner Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in progressing major planning and development projects
• Manage small to medium-sized planning applications independently
• Undertake research, site assessments, and policy analysis
• Prepare planning appraisals for land, buildings, and development concepts
• Draft planning reports, statements, and application documents
• Engage with planning officers, consultees, and other third-party stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and professional partners
• Develop innovative and practical planning solutions
• Take financial responsibility for small and medium-scale projects from inception to completion
• Stay up to date on planning policy, regulations, and best practice
• Attend external meetings and events, including delivering presentations when required

Senior Town Planner Requirements

• Degree in a relevant discipline, with a strong interest in planning
• Experience within either the public or private sector
• Chartered or working towards MRTPI
• Experience working with listed buildings (Desirable)
• Understanding of planning principles and UK planning processes
• Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills
• A proactive problem-solver with a creative and analytical mindset

Why This Role?

• Competitive salary
• Pension contributions
• Paid professional membership fees
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Hybrid working - 3 days office & 2 days wfh
• Team socials
• Many more!

Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) | (phone number removed)