Hybrid Town Planner - Commercial Projects & Growth

Carrington West; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West are seeking a Town Planner to join their established planning consultancy in York. You will manage a varied portfolio of commercial planning projects, provide planning advice, and liaise with clients and authorities within the UK planning framework.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement (1-2 days in the office) with opportunities to develop professionally, taking ownership of projects from inception to submission and contributing to new business development.

Qualifications

• RTPI-accredited degree or master's.
• Relevant experience within a planning environment.
• Experience or an interest in commercial planning projects.
• Good understanding of UK planning system and policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Confident to work independently while contributing to a wider team.
• Proactive approach to career development and APC pathway.

Responsibilities

• Managing a range of commercial planning projects.
• Providing high-quality planning advice to clients.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications.
• Liaising with local planning authorities, clients, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Undertaking planning research and preparing planning appraisals.
• Supporting senior members of the team on larger and more complex projects.
• Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Representing clients at meetings and discussions with planning authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Independent worker

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Job description

Carrington West are seeking a Town Planner to join their established planning consultancy in York. You will manage a varied portfolio of commercial planning projects, provide planning advice, and liaise with clients and authorities within the UK planning framework.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement (1-2 days in the office) with opportunities to develop professionally, taking ownership of projects from inception to submission and contributing to new business development.