Town Planner

Aspbury Planning Ltd.; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-respected Nottingham-based planning consultancy as an RTPI Chartered Town Planner. This exciting role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across the Midlands and beyond, contributing to both private and public sector initiatives. The firm values learning and development, providing a supportive environment that fosters professional growth. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the team enjoys a blend of home and office working. If you're ambitious, proactive, and ready to make an impact in the planning sector, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

25 days Annual holiday + Bank holidays

Christmas closure

Day off for your Birthday

Continued Professional Development Opportunities

Company pension scheme

Networking opportunities

Business mileage allowance

Qualifications

• At least two years post-qualification experience in a Planning consultancy role.
• Full membership or working towards full membership of the RTPI.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and prepare planning applications.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and provide planning advice.

Skills

Research and Analysis

Planning Application Preparation

Stakeholder Coordination

Excellent Communication Skills

Knowledge of Town Planning Regulations

Education

RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning

Job description

As a well-respected and experienced Nottingham based Planning Consultancy, celebrating its fourth successful decade in Practice, we are looking for a motivated and experienced RTPI Chartered Town Planner.

The successful candidate will work on an exciting variety of projects for private and public sector clients in the Midlands and across England and Wales. You will be working as part of the wider team in developing new client and consultant relationships and enhancing existing relationships. We have a number of new and ongoing projects for a variety of residential, commercial and industrial sector clients across the length and breadth of the East Midlands regions and beyond.

Learning and development is important to us; we encourage everyone to continue developing to optimise their performance and fulfil their potential. We enjoy what we do, and we do it well, that’s why 80% of our business is from repeat clients. Our team has already successfully blended home and office working, and we are flexible with these arrangements. We are dedicated to driving diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Requirements

Ideal candidates will have at least two years post qualification experience in a Planning consultancy role with experience in consulting and/or local authority and hold an RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning (or related subject) and will have full membership or be working towards full membership of the RTPI. You will be ambitious and proactive in your own development as well as contributing to the success of the team and growth of the practice.

Applicants should be confident, commercially-minded and articulate with strong communication and negotiation skills. Candidates will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle in order to attend meetings, committees and site visits. Mileage allowance paid.

A competitive salary is offered for this position, which is negotiable and will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and skillset.

Benefits to you

• Opportunity to manage/be involved in a wide variety of Planning commissions
• 25 days Annual holiday + Bank holidays
• Christmas closure (Christmas day to New Year’s eve)
• Day off for your Birthday
• Continued Professional Development Opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Networking and client relationship building opportunities
• Business mileage/fuel rate allowance (use of own vehicle on company business).

In addition, you will be part of a supportive, family (and pet) friendly, city centre practice with flexible working arrangements.

Responsibilities

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Town Planner at Aspbury Planning Ltd. The Town Planner will be responsible for tasks such as conducting research, preparing planning applications, coordinating with stakeholders, and providing planning advice and support. While primarily based in Nottingham, this role offers flexibility for remote work.

You will be expected to take on responsibility for developing and managing your own clients and caseload. It is anticipated that the Town Planner will have experience in:

• Research and Analysis
• Planning Application Preparation and Submission
• Stakeholder Coordination and Communication
• Planning Advice and Support
• Knowledge of town planning regulations and policies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team

How to apply

To apply for this job, please send your CV to [e-mail].

If you would like further information on this opportunity, please contact Denise Knipe on 07736 539834.

The closing date for applications is 12pm noon on Friday 28th February 2025. Interviews anticipated to be held early week commencing 10th March 2025.

NO RECRUITERS TO APPLY PLEASE!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries
• Architecture and Planning