Town Planner in Yorkshire

Energy Jobline ZR; Town of Yorkshire (NY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Town Planner to join a well-established planning consultancy in York. The role covers a varied portfolio of commercial planning projects, providing planning advice from inception to completion in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Hybrid working is offered (1-2 days in the office). The successful candidate will have a RTPI-accredited degree, relevant planning experience, and the ability to liaise with authorities, clients and consultants while developing their

Qualifications

• A RTPI-accredited degree or master's qualification is required.
• Experience within a planning environment is desirable.
• Interest or experience in commercial planning projects is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Confidence to work independently while contributing to a wider team.
• Proactive approach to career development and growth.

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 on larger and more complex projects.
• Contributing to business development and maintaining client relationships.
• Representing clients at meetings with planning authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Planning experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Independent working

Commercial planning

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Job description

Job Description

Town Planner

Location: York

Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in the office

Job Type: Permanent

Carrington West are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy who are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their growing team in York.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner with experience in the UK planning system to develop their career within a consultancy environment, working on a diverse range of interesting and commercially focused projects.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, work closely with clients and develop your planning expertise alongside experienced professionals.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will be involved in a varied portfolio of commercial planning projects, providing planning advice and supporting projects from inception through to completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

About You

We are looking for a Town Planner with a strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant experience within a consultancy, local authority or similar environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• A degree or Master's qualification accredited by the RTPI.


• Relevant experience within a planning environment.


• Experience or an interest in commercial planning projects.


• A good understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong organisational and project management abilities.


• The confidence to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team.


• A proactive approach to career development and professional growth.

MRTPI / Chartered status is not essential for this position, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates who are working towards chartership or looking to begin their APC.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy with an established presence in the market and a strong pipeline of commercial work.

You will benefit from a flexible hybrid working arrangement alongside the opportunity to work on varied and commercially focused projects, with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you are a Town Planner with an RTPI-accredited degree or Master's looking for your next opportunity in York, we'd be keen to hear from you.