Senior Town Planner

Carrington West; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Senior Town Planner. You will have the opportunity to work in a flexible environment with a salary range of £38,000 to £55,000 depending on experience. Responsibilities include managing your own case load and collaborating with a team on complex projects. Candidates should have 12-18 months of planning experience, a full UK driving licence, and strong communication and analytical skills. This role offers a unique career opportunity with benefits including a car allowance and coaching from senior staff.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Car allowance

Coaching and mentoring from senior staff

Membership fees covered

Employee share ownership opportunity

Qualifications

• 12‑18 months experience in the public or private sector as a Town Planner.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel in the UK for site visits.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own case load and assist with larger projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team collaboration

Education

Licentiate member of the RTPI or chartered status

Job description

Senior Town Planner

Hybrid Working – Up to £38,000 - £55,000 DOE – Bristol

Carrington West are assisting their client in their search for a town planner on a full-time permanent basis. This role is open to candidates from both the private and the public sector.

You will need

• 12‑18 months experience in the public or private sector as a Town Planner
• MUST be a licentiate member of the RTPI or chartered status
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel in the UK for site visits
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Competitive package along with other benefits such as car allowance
• Friendly and caring culture
• Coaching and mentoring from senior staff
• Membership fees covered
• Opportunity to own the business through an employee share ownership

You will be working in a collaborative manner with both colleagues and clients while managing your own case load and assisting with some of the larger and more complicated projects the consultancy has.The company offers a completely flexible working arrangement which can be discussed in the interview. Experience in a planning consultancy or local authority is a must.

The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in an interview or upon application.

This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity – please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application.

To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Ashleigh Waterhouse on 02393 876 054.

Job Reference Number: 63297