Senior Town Planner

TipTopJob; Wareham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Workplace pension

Flexible working arrangements

Gym membership

CPD and development support

Regular social events

Job summary

TipTopJob seeks a Senior Planner for a hybrid role in Wareham, Dorset. You will manage planning applications/appeals, conduct due diligence, and deliver high-quality reports while liaising with authorities and clients. The position supports community engagement and team mentoring as part of a collaborative consultancy.

The role offers flexible working, competitive salary, and ongoing CPD in a scenic South Coast location.

Qualifications

• Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards qualification.
• Experience in planning applications and appeals, in public or private sectors.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications and appeals.
• Conduct research and due diligence to support decisions.
• Provide high-quality written advice and reports.
• Liaise with local authorities, clients and stakeholders.
• Participate in community engagement events.
• Manage projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Mentor junior colleagues within the team.

Skills

Client liaison

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

Driving licence

Education

MRTPI Chartered Town Planner

Tools

Planning portals

Job description

Microsoft Word : Senior Planner_Planner September 2025 GM

Job Title: Senior Planner

Location: Wareham, Dorset (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

About The Company

Our client is a respected planning consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering successful, high:quality development projects across the South Coast. Their work spans residential, commercial, leisure, and renewable energy developments, guiding schemes from concept through to delivery on the ground.

The Role

Whether youre seeking a new challenge or ready to take the next step in your planning career, this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward:thinking consultancy. As a Senior Planner, youll be responsible for:

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Undertaking research and due diligence to support strategic decision:making.
• Providing high:quality written advice and reports.
• Liaising and negotiating with local authorities, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Participating in community engagement events.
• Managing projects effectively, ensuring timely and professional delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues within a friendly team structure.

About You

You will be a chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards qualification, with planning experience gained in the public or private sector. Youll also have:

• A solid understanding of client needs, from developers and land promoters to local businesses.
• The ability to build long:lasting professional relationships.
• Technical competence and the confidence to give clear, honest advice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and web:based applications.
• A full driving licence and access to a car.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary and potential bonus.
• Workplace pension.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Gym membership.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support.
• Regular social events for team, friends, and family.

Youll enjoy working across a diverse range of clients and projects while being based in one of the most scenic parts of the South Coast : with the Jurassic Coast, Poole, and Bournemouth all nearby.