Town Planner

TipTopJob; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK planning consultancy based in Colchester is seeking a Senior Planner to manage a diverse range of planning applications and projects. The ideal candidate will be MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership, with excellent knowledge of the UK planning system. Responsibilities include managing applications, providing expert client advice, and mentoring junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and genuine opportunities for progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Supportive culture

Progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in consultancy or local authority planning.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system and development processes.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, submitting, and managing complex planning applications.
• Providing expert advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Supporting major planning projects from inception to delivery.
• Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives.
• Mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership

Strong report-writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Client-facing skills

Proactive independent and collaborative work

Education

MRTPI qualification

Job description

Overview

Senior Planner : Colchester Leading UK Planning Consultancy

• Location: Colchester (Hybrid working)
• Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
• Sector: Town Planning / Development Consultancy

The Role

You'll be involved in a diverse range of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land sectors. Working alongside experienced Directors and a multi-disciplinary team, you'll manage your own caseload of planning applications, appeals, and local plan representations while contributing to business development and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, submitting, and managing complex planning applications and appeals
• Providing expert advice to clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
• Supporting major planning projects from inception to delivery
• Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives
• Mentoring junior colleagues and assisting with team growth

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership with significant experience)
• Demonstrable experience in consultancy or local authority planning
• Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system and development processes
• Strong report-writing, communication, and client-facing skills
• Ambitious, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively

Why Join?

• Join a respected national consultancy with a strong reputation for quality and integrity
• Enjoy a flexible, friendly, and supportive culture
• Genuine progression opportunities to Principal and Associate level
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including hybrid working

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your planning career and want to work on exciting projects with a highly regarded team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Neil Ellerton in confidence for an informal discussion.