Town Planner / Urban Planning Officer / Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Bedford is seeking a Town Planner/Urban Planning Officer to lead complex development projects across the UK. The role involves managing high-profile projects, providing strategic planning advice, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, experience in planning, and strong project management skills. Salary ranges from £35,000 to £40,000 plus benefits, with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree with 2:1 or above in relevant field.
• Experience in planning, preferably in consultancy or development.
• Chartered Membership of RTPI or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning process for large-scale projects with quality and timelines.
• Prepare and review comprehensive planning reports.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients.
• Represent the company at planning committees and meetings.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams for project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

GIS systems

Education

Degree in Geography or Urban Planning

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AWD Online

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bedford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

14.08.2025

Expiry Date:

28.09.2025

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Job Description:

Town Planner / Urban Planning Officer / Consultantwho has previous planning experience preferably within a private planning consultancy or developer environment with the ability to lead and manage the planning process for multiple large-scale projects is required for a successful specialist development management company based in Bedfordshire.

SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid Working with your time split working from home and the office in Bedford, Bedfordshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week.Flexible Working Hours, with the core hours being 10am 3pm

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Town Planner / Urban Planning Officer / Consultant who has previous planning experience preferably within a private planning consultancy or developer environment with the ability to lead and manage the planning process for multiple large-scale projects.

The company pride themselves on fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and professional development are highly valued and this role is integral to their overall operations and services, offering the opportunity to lead complex development projects (all over the UK) with varying project values of £250k to £25m, through the planning process.

Working as a Town Planner / Urban Planning Officer / Consultant you will be responsible for managing high-profile projects from inception, working closely with the in-house design team, external architects, and sub-consultancy team.

As a Town Planner / Urban Planning Officer / Consultant you will have an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the company while advancing your career in a dynamic and growing organisation with huge opportunities to enhance your personal training and development.

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as a Town Planner / Urban Planning Officer / Consultant will include:

• Manage the planning process for multiple large-scale projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to project timelines
• Prepare, review, and sign off on comprehensive planning reports
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients, helping them navigate complex regulatory issues
• Represent the company at planning committees, public consultations, stakeholder events, and meetings with government bodies and other key stakeholders
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including external consultants, to ensure cohesive project delivery
• Oversee the submission of planning applications, including pre-application discussions, application documents, and post-decision conditions
• Preparation of planning policy documents and feasibility studies for new and existing projects
• Utilise GIS systems and other planning tools to assess site suitability and inform strategic decision-making
• Monitor and report on the status of planning applications, appeals, and other relevant planning activities, ensuring all actions are completed in a timely manner
• Advise on planning conditions, variations, and enforcement matters through the full project lifecycle (RIBA Stages 1-6)
• Drive continuous improvement within the planning team, ensuring a culture of excellence and innovation

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field, with a 2:1 or above or equivalent
• Previous experience in planning, preferably within a private planning consultancy or a developer environment
• Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or eligibility for chartered status, preferable
• Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time
• A full UK driving license, with a willingness to travel to site visits across the UK

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13736

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