Town Planner | Senior Town Planner | Associate

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Leicester is seeking an experienced RTPI Planner for a unique opportunity to fast-track your career toward directorship. This full-time role offers mentorship, a clear pathway to becoming a salaried director, and a collaborative office environment.

Benefits

Generous bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional development opportunities (CPD)

Free on-site parking

Company pension and profit-sharing

Employee mentoring program

Qualifications

• 2-6 years post-qualification experience in planning.
• Strong understanding of the Midlands region.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied portfolio of planning projects.
• Manage workload with support as needed.
• Play an integral role in growing the business.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Tools

MacOS

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Town Planner | Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Location: Leicester

Are you an experienced RTPI Planner looking for an exciting opportunity to fast-track your career toward directorship? A niche consultancy in Leicester is seeking a motivated professional with a passion for development management (public or private sector), a keen interest in business development and management, and strong client relationship skills.

The Role: This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established planning consultancy with a clear pathway to becoming a salaried director within 2 years and equity director within 5 years. You will handle a varied portfolio of planning projects, manage your own workload with support as needed, and play an integral role in growing the business. The role offers mentoring and a primarily office-based environment to maximize professional development and collaboration.

About You: We are looking for a proactive and adaptable individual with:

1. 2-6 years post-qualification experience in planning.
2. A strong understanding of the Midlands region.
3. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
4. Commercial awareness and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
5. A team player mindset, including mentoring capabilities.

Desirable Skills:

• Problem-solving expertise.
• Proficiency with MacOS and IT systems.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with significant room for growth.
• Generous bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Professional development opportunities (CPD).
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension and profit-sharing.
• Employee mentoring program.

Additional Information: This full-time role is available immediately, offering an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your planning career. Interested? The hiring manager is eager to meet with exceptional candidates. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed).