Senior Town Planner- Nottingham

Matchtech; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Planner to lead complex planning projects and support team development in the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of planning experience and possess strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. A competitive salary, flexible working hours, health insurance, and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive market salary

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Additional Birthday Leave

Health insurance

Company pension scheme

Payment of one professional membership

Discretionary time off over Christmas and New Year

Potential performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional planning experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex planning applications and appeals.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Manage project budgets and client communications.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Report writing

Data analysis

Negotiation

Time management

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our team and play a key role in leading complex planning projects, supporting team development, and contributing to wider business growth. Acting as a brand ambassador, you'll help strengthen client relationships, secure new opportunities, and drive company success through high-quality planning work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on complex planning applications and appeals
• Independently manage project submissions and client communications
• Attend and present at appeal hearings and examinations in public
• Undertake Section 106 negotiations
• Contribute to business development and networking efforts
• Manage project budgets and fee proposals
• Support the preparation of new business pitches and client presentations
• Mentor and develop junior team members
• Promote the practice through marketing and client engagement activities

What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of professional planning experience (public or private sector)
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• High-quality report writing and data analysis skills
• Confident in negotiations and representing clients
• Strong time management and multitasking ability
• Highly organised, methodical, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Positive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
• Professional, friendly, and approachable manner
• Full clean UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Understanding of urban design and masterplanning
• Existing client relationships or ability to generate new business is an advantage
• What We Offer
• Competitive market salary
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
• Minimum 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional Birthday Leave
• Health insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Payment of one professional membership (others considered on merit)
• Discretionary time off over Christmas and New Year
• Potential performance-related bonus
• Supportive, close-knit team environment with high staff retention
• Opportunities for continued professional development and progression