Senior Town Planner

Carrington West; Storrington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent planning consultancy in West Sussex is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead projects and deliver expert planning advice. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered RTPI membership and experience managing planning applications. This flexible role promotes work/life balance in a supportive environment, making it perfect for a proactive planner ready for a new challenge.

Qualifications

• Chartered Member of the RTPI is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of the planning process.
• Previous experience as a Senior Town Planner in private or public sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress a variety of planning applications as a lead Senior Town Planner.
• Prepare planning documents like Planning Statements and Appeal Statements.
• Provide sound planning advice to internal teams and clients.

Skills

Chartered Member of the RTPI

Excellent communication skills

Strong technical knowledge of planning

Report writing skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related RTPI-accredited subject

Job description

Overview

Senior Town Planner
Full-Time West Sussex Hybrid Working Available

I'm currently recruiting for a Senior Town Planner to join a well-established and independent planning consultancy based in West Sussex. This is an ideal opportunity for a driven and experienced Senior Town Planner who is looking to take on a varied and rewarding role within a multidisciplinary team that values both professional growth and work/life balance.

As a Senior Town Planner, you'll manage your own case load and deliver expert advice on a wide range of projects, from major residential and commercial schemes to smaller rural developments. The role involves working closely with clients, local authorities, and internal teams to secure positive planning outcomes. This position is suited to a Senior Town Planner who thrives in a fast-paced but supportive environment, is commercially minded, and enjoys taking ownership of projects from inception through to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress a variety of planning applications as a lead Senior Town Planner
• Prepare planning documents such as Planning Statements, Appeal Statements, and Local Plan representations
• Provide sound planning advice to internal teams and clients
• Coordinate with external consultants and manage multidisciplinary submissions
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, with full responsibility for client care
• Support business development through proposal writing and identifying new opportunities
• Represent clients at planning committee meetings and other professional events

What We're Looking For

• Chartered Member of the RTPI (essential for a Senior Town Planner)
• Degree in Town Planning or a related RTPI-accredited subject
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of the planning process
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Previous experience working as a Senior Town Planner in either the private or public sector
• A collaborative, proactive approach with attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car
• Permanent right to work in the UK

This is an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner ready to step into a key role within a respected, independent planning consultancy. If you're an experienced Senior Town Planner looking for a new challenge in a flexible and forward-thinking environment, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply for the role or call (phone number removed) to discuss this further!

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