Senior Town Planner, London

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy firm in London is seeking a Town Planner to manage planning applications for major projects. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience and a strong foundation in research and analysis. This role offers comprehensive mentorship, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth in a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for career progression

Highly competitive compensation package

Flexible working

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 4 years experience within a town planning role.
• Eagerness to contribute to the success of projects and the team.

Responsibilities

• Managing the planning application process on major projects.
• Assisting senior colleagues on a diverse range of projects.
• Conducting research and analysis to support planning proposals.
• Preparing planning applications and documents.
• Engaging with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities.
• Collaborating with the team to ensure project deadlines are met.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal abilities

Education

MRTPI or working towards RTPI APC

Job description

Overview

Managing the planning application process of major projects in London but experiencing limited opportunities for progression?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established firm with an excellent reputation in the market, currently consulting on a variety of major projects in central London on a flexible basis.

The team are seeking either a soon to be chartered Town Planner, Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join them in London.

You could immediately gain greater exposure to an enviable roster of clients, so the opportunity to represent their team, could open many doors for the successful candidate in the future. You would also learn how to best manage and foster new client relationships to become a successful fee earning consultant and further advance your career.

The team are keen to promote and reward consultants for strong performances, offering incredibly healthy discretionary performance related bonuses on top of market leading salaries.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the planning application process on major projects in the residential, commercial or industrial sectors.
• Assisting senior colleagues on a diverse range of major projects.
• Conducting research and analysis to support planning proposals.
• Preparing planning applications and documents.
• Engaging with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities.
• Collaborating with the team to ensure projects meet deadlines and objectives.

What We're Looking For

• A Planning Officer, Town Planning Consultant or Senior Town Planning Consultant
• At least 4 years experience within a town planning role
• MRTPI or working towards RTPI APC
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Eagerness to contribute to the success of projects and the team.

What You'll Gain in return for your hard work

• Comprehensive training and mentorship from seasoned professionals.
• Opportunities for career progression within a reputable consultancy.
• Highly Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible working.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to apply

Please apply here. My client is looking to find the right candidate as soon as possible - so if in doubt, do get in touch. I also have other clients and roles that may be of interest.

If you do not hear anything back within one week, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, but I will retain your details for future roles.

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