Town Planner

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a talented Town Planner / Senior Town Planner to join a growing planning team in Gateshead. The role involves managing planning applications, preparing high-quality reports, and advising on planning policies. Ideal candidates will have senior planning experience and knowledge of UK legislation, with progression opportunities available. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Mileage contribution

Company pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven planning experience at a senior level within the public or private sector.
• Experience in Development Management and Planning Policy.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and government policy.

Responsibilities

• Managing and contributing to planning applications and development management work.
• Preparing planning reports, statements, and supporting documentation.
• Advising on planning policy and government guidance.

Skills

Planning experience at a senior level

Chartered Member of the RTPI

Knowledge of UK planning legislation

Excellent communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a talented and motivated Town Planner / Senior Town Planner to join a growing planning team working across a diverse portfolio of projects. This role offers the security and benefits of permanent employment, combined with the opportunity to work on a wide range of high-quality developments for varied clients.

The Role

As a key member of the planning team, you will contribute to the delivery of complex planning projects across residential, commercial, regeneration, and infrastructure sectors. Depending on your experience, you may also manage client relationships, oversee planning applications, and support junior team members.

You can expect:

• Exposure to a varied client base and project types.
• Opportunities to broaden your experience across different sectors without changing employer.
• Strong client engagement to support your technical and professional development.
• Career progression supported by structured training, mentoring, and management guidance.
• Paid professional body subscription.
• Regular social events and opportunities to get involved in volunteering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and contributing to planning applications and development management work.
• Preparing high-quality planning reports, statements, and supporting documentation.
• Advising on planning policy, legislation, and government guidance.
• Presenting information clearly to clients, stakeholders, and public audiences.
• Supporting business development activities and project delivery.
• Collaborating with colleagues across multi-disciplinary teams.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven planning experience at a senior level within the public or private sector.
• Chartered Member of the RTPI (or working towards chartership for less senior roles).
• Experience in Development Management, Planning Policy, and/or Minerals & Waste.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and government policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing reports and planning statements.
• Confidence presenting to a range of audiences.

Desirable

• Experience writing proofs of evidence and attending public inquiries or examinations.
• Project management and research skills.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff.

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and location.
• Mileage contribution for visiting site.
• Company pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Salary sacrifice scheme for additional benefits.
• Clear career progression and support towards professional qualifications.

About You

Whether you are an experienced Senior Planner or an ambitious Town Planner ready to take the next step, this role offers the chance to work on high-profile regional and national projects within a supportive, collaborative environment.

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