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Assistant Town Planner South London Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join their team in South London. The successful Assistant Town Planner will be working as part of an established team to deliver a variety of large scale, complex planning projects within the residential, commercial and retail sectors. Qualifications: In this instance applications are sought from candidates with a BSc and ideally an MSc (or equivalent) in an appropriate planning related discipline and membership to the RTPI. Experience: Ideally candidates will have some previous experience of preparing planning applications and appeals, undertaking site development appraisals and liaising with clients, land owners and developers. Duties: Carrying out research on site development potential Delivering expert planning advice to clients Preparing planning documents Preparing and submitting appeal evidence Representing clients at Planning Committee's Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with excellent career progression opportunities Full benefits package Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on or email your CV to and we will get back to you.

Town Planner Location: Greater Manchester (office based, just outside Manchester) Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Carrington West are pleased to be working with a growing, forward-thinking private planning consultancy based just outside Manchester, delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of sectors. With a strong pipeline of projects and an expanding client base, they are looking to appoint a motivated Town Planner to join their dynamic team. The Role As a Town Planner, you will play a key role in supporting and delivering a variety of planning projects across the UK. You will work closely with senior colleagues, clients, and local authorities, contributing to projects from initial appraisal through to determination. Key Responsibilities Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals Undertake site appraisals and planning research Liaise with clients, consultants, and local planning authorities Support project delivery across multiple sectors Assist in the preparation of planning statements and reports Attend site visits, meetings, and public consultations Monitor planning policy and legislative changes Project Exposure You will gain experience across a broad mix of sectors, including: Commercial developments Residential schemes Healthcare projects Leisure developments Mixed-use schemes Hotel developments Requirements Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Ideally some experience within a private sector consultancy environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Proactive, organised, and team-oriented approach Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential) What's on Offer Opportunity to join a growing consultancy with strong career progression Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio Support towards RTPI chartership (if applicable) Competitive salary and benefits package Friendly and collaborative working environment If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and grow quickly within a supportive, environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

Town Planner Newcastle Our client, an established property and planning consultancy are looking to appoint a Town Planner with retail project experience to work as part of their growing Newcastle team. The company have a network of offices across the UK and are renowned for delivering expert planning services for their clients. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree Membership with the RTPI and working towards Chartership Previous town planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment Previous retail projects experience is essential while additional industrial project experience is highly advantageous Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with career progression opportunities Full benefits package Competitive starting salary Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Senior Planning Officer on a 3 month rolling contract basis. Key Accountabilities: To contribute towards the delivery a high quality, customer focused Planning & Implementation department with high standards of advice and support, resolving cases of varying complexities in Development Management - Largely Minors, Complex Minors and Small Major applications. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, legislation, professional codes of practice and adherence to Council policy. Deliver projects, interventions and initiatives and develop policies in line with corporate and business plans. To deal effectively and efficiently with general enquiries, pre-applications, planning applications and planning appeals ensuring cases are managed and completed at the appropriate level of skillset. Ensure and develop appropriate levels of quality and specialist knowledge with other Planning & Implementation colleagues. Deliver customer-focused specialist advice and services in Development Management, keeping up to date with current and emerging legislation, best practice and policy to ensure continuous development and improvement in services. Manage complex and/or contentious planning applications, processes and compliance, regulations and legislation, acting as the single point of contact for customers on those cases and attending appeals hearings and public inquiries as appropriate. Support, guide and advise Graduate Planners and Technical Support colleagues, as necessary. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, as well as Members and managing key relationships with partners including Essex County Council and Local Councils and other stakeholders. Access and accurately update all relevant information systems, both customer and back office ensuring that the master customer record is updated and maintained through verification and validation, and in accordance with Data Protection principles. Prepare and present reports to Area Planning Committees, District Planning Committee, and other internal and external meetings and present evidence/stand as witness at planning appeal hearings and public inquiries. Ensure own personal and professional development is maintained including keeping up to date with relevant law, policies, working practices and procedures. It would be beneficial to hold a RTPI accredited Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and/or have experience in a similar position. Our client is looking for someone to start almost immediately and is available to interview at short notice. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45per/hour Job Ref - 65919 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Associate Planning Director Location: London & Kent (Hybrid - 3 days office-based) Salary: Competitive + Benefits (Pension, Holiday, Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, Healthcare) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Carrington West are delighted to be working exclusively with a respected private consultancy with offices in both London and Kent, who are seeking an Associate Planning Director to join and lead their growing planning team. About the Role: This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded planning professional to step into a strategic role, overseeing a dynamic team of 7 planners. You'll be responsible for managing a wide range of planning projects, with a particular focus on appeals and applications and for mentoring junior members of the team to develop their capabilities. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the planning function and growing the business, with scope to bring existing clients and develop new relationships. What We're Looking For: A strong private sector background with 15+ years' experience in town planning. Proven expertise in handling complex planning applications and appeals. Experience in managing or mentoring junior planners in a collaborative team setting. Commercial acumen with the ability to contribute to business development - ideally with a network of clients you can bring with you. Comfortable leading a young and ambitious team, and keen to grow and shape it further. MRTPI membership is advantageous, though not essential. The Offer: Flexible working arrangements: 3 days a week in the office. A strong benefits package including: oPension scheme oGenerous holiday entitlement oSalary sacrifice car scheme oPrivate healthcare Interview Process: Flexible and relaxed - the client is happy to arrange either Teams interviews or face-to-face meetings, and are open to informal chats initially. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed). If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions. Job Reference Number: 61569

Job Title: Town Planner Location: Kent Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and highly regarded planning consultancy in their search for a motivated Town Planner to join their expanding team in Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to broaden their experience across a diverse range of projects including residential, commercial, and land promotion schemes, while gaining exposure to evolving green belt and grey belt planning policy matters. The successful candidate will work closely with senior members of the team on a wide variety of planning projects, developing strong client relationships and helping to deliver high-quality planning solutions across the region. The Role As Town Planner, your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals. Supporting project delivery across a range of residential and commercial developments. Liaising with local planning authorities, consultees, and clients. Conducting planning policy research and site appraisals. Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation. Attending client meetings, site visits, and stakeholder consultations. Keeping up to date with changes in planning legislation and policy. About You To be considered for this role, you should have: Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment. A good understanding of the UK planning system. MRTPI qualified or actively working towards chartership. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A proactive and enthusiastic approach to project work. A full UK driving licence would be advantageous. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to join a supportive and collaborative consultancy with an exciting pipeline of projects and clear opportunities for professional development and career progression. You'll gain valuable exposure to a broad range of planning work while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic team environment. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6 month contract (then rolling). We are looking for an experienced planner who is able to hit the ground running and be capable of working with minimum supervision, efficiently managing your workload and making a real contribution towards quality decision making. Accountabilities Lead on major and strategic planning applications Champion design excellence and compliance with national and local policies Drive innovation in dealing with major planning applications Build strong relationships with developers, councillors, and stakeholders Experience Significant experience working within a local planning authority or a relevant private sector planning business Proven track record of handling a varied caseload of planning applications Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management Experience in developing and managing projects or programmes of work It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering hybrid working arrangements with a weekly office presence required. Carrington West Pay Rate - £55per/hour Job Ref - 66075 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Senior Town Planner Birmingham £45,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits An established and highly respected national property consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to join its growing Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across residential, commercial and mixed-use development, within a collaborative and well-resourced planning team. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will: Manage and deliver planning applications and appeals from inception through to determination Provide planning advice to clients, stakeholders and internal teams Lead on projects and mentor junior members of the team Engage with local authorities and key consultees Contribute to business development and client relationship management About You MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership with significant experience) Strong experience within consultancy or local authority planning Confident managing your own caseload and client relationships Commercially aware with excellent written and verbal communication skills What's on Offer Salary circa £45,000 (depending on experience) Car allowance Wide range of benefits including pension, bonus, private healthcare and generous holiday allowance Flexible and hybrid working options Clear progression pathway within a leading consultancy Supportive team culture with strong emphasis on professional development This role would suit an ambitious planner looking to take the next step within a market-leading consultancy offering both stability and long-term career growth. Apply today with your CV and contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

For more information on this vacancy, please reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment We're working with a growing consultancy looking for a Transport Planner to join their expanding Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience to take ownership of their own projects and work closely with senior team members on a wide range of development planning schemes. You'll get the chance to work across residential, commercial, education, and mixed-use projects, building strong technical skills while contributing to well-rounded transport solutions. The Role: Preparing Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, and Access Strategies Undertaking junction modelling (Junctions 9/10, PICADY, ARCADY, LinSig) and trip generation using TRICS Producing clear written reports and supporting planning applications Liaising with local authorities, architects, and clients Supporting senior planners in the delivery and coordination of projects About You: Around 3 years' experience in a UK transport planning or development planning role Proficiency with Junctions 9/10, TRICS, and AutoCAD (desirable) Strong report writing and analytical skills Solid understanding of UK planning policy and transport guidance (MfS, NPPF, DMRB) A collaborative mindset and ambition to progress your career What's on Offer: Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (DOE) Flexible working arrangements Private healthcare & company pension Regular social events and a friendly, supportive team culture Ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities If this is an opportunity of interested. Apply now or get in touch.

Town Planner Rugby Carrington West are pleased to be working with a well established growing consultancy based in Rugby who are offering an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner. This role offers the chance to work across a diverse portfolio of projects, with a particular focus on commercial and rural developments. The Role You will be involved in a broad range of planning activities, supporting projects from initial appraisal through to submission and delivery. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals Providing planning advice to clients across commercial and rural projects Managing project timelines and liaising with stakeholders Supporting senior team members on complex planning schemes Conducting site appraisals and planning research Requirements Previous experience in a Town Planning role (private or public sector considered) Ideally MRTPI Chartered (or working towards) Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and regulations Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Location and Working Style Based in Rugby Primarily office-based, with some flexibility available Interview Process First stage: Microsoft Teams interview Second stage: Face-to-face meeting This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy working on high-profile UK projects, offering strong support, varied project exposure, and genuine long-term career prospects. Apply today with your CV or contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Your new company My client is a growing, well-established ecological consultancy based in Kent, working primarily across the South East and East Anglia, with the ability to support projects further afield where required. Their core workload focuses on town and country planning applications, including residential developments, education projects, and specialist one-off commissions. They also have experience of Development Consent Order (DCO) work, providing a strong foundation for complex consenting environments.The organisation has a collaborative, technically focused culture, supported by specialist sub-consultants where appropriate, particularly for ornithological survey delivery, allowing internal staff to focus on high-quality reporting, assessment and project coordination.They are widely regarded for offering an excellent work/life balance, with progressive policies that go beyond industry norms, particularly around fieldwork intensity and recovery time. Your new role You will join the organisation as a Senior or Principal Ecologist/Ornithologist, taking a senior technical role within a close-knit ecology team currently comprising an assistant ecologist, a consultant, two senior ecologists, two principal ecologists and the Ecology Director.This role will have responsibility for: Leading ornithological reporting for projects involving EcIA and HRA, particularly in relation to internationally designated sites. Coordinating, programming and overseeing bird survey work, much of which is carried out by specialist subcontractors. Interpreting survey data and producing high-quality, defensible reports for planning, appeal and examination. While there are no immediate direct reports, the role would include line management responsibility as the team grows, and you will play an important mentoring role, reviewing work and supporting the development of more junior colleagues. You will act as a technical lead and key point of contact for clients, planners and statutory consultees, with a strong focus on delivering clear, proportionate advice that stands up to scrutiny. What you'll need to succeed A degree (or higher qualification) in ecology, conservation, environmental science or a related discipline. Significant experience in ecological consultancy or a comparable senior role. A strong ornithological background, including survey design, coordination, data interpretation and impact assessment. Excellent written communication skills, with a particular emphasis on clear, robust technical reporting. A good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work and meetings. Chartered status or CIEEM membership, experience with appeals or examinations, and protected species licences would be beneficial but are not essential. Proven experience with: Ecological assessments for internationally designated sites (SPA, Ramsar and HRA). Preparation and review of Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA). Authoring ecology chapters for Environmental Statements. Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessment and reporting. What you'll get in return A competitive salary in the region of £35,000-£50,000 depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate. A genuinely senior technical role with autonomy and influence. An outstanding approach to work/life balance, including: Time-and-a-quarter TOIL, clear limits on nocturnal survey work, and a guaranteed full month-break from nocturnal surveys once per year to avoid burnout. Standard working hours of 9:00-5:30, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours where needed. Hybrid working arrangements (2 days in the office p/week ideally) Vitality health insurance Pension plan Annual leave allowance that increases with service. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Electrical Project Manager (Faults) Location: North-East EnglandContract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £50,000 + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Project Manager to lead the delivery of Faults work within our Cable Engineering Services contract with Northern Powergrid. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of fault response and repair works across the region. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Oversee day-to-day operations for fault works, ensuring delivery to specification, on time and within budget. Lead and manage a team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers and Site Operatives. Act as the main operational contact with Northern Powergrid, maintaining strong client relationships. Ensure compliance with all HSQE policies, procedures and legal requirements. Manage multiple fault projects from planning through to energisation and handover. Plan and allocate labour, plant and materials to meet project demands. Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to meet contract performance targets. Ensure accurate and timely completion of documentation, including RAMS and as-built records. Liaise with local authorities, subcontractors and key stakeholders to support delivery. What We're Looking For Essential: Experience in a senior operational role within cable installation, utilities or power distribution. Strong knowledge of LV/HV cable networks, ideally within a DNO environment. Understanding of faults processes within a regulated utility environment. Proven leadership and team management skills. Strong client and stakeholder management abilities. Good commercial awareness and contract management experience. NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable: Experience working on Northern Powergrid contracts. Streetworks knowledge. Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM). Benefits We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us:Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Kent Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and highly respected planning consultancy in the search for an ambitious Senior Town Planner to join their Kent-based team. This is an exciting opportunity for a planner who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the chance to work across a genuinely diverse portfolio of projects - from residential schemes through to commercial development, including projects involving green belt and emerging grey belt policy considerations. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading projects from initial client instruction through to planning decision, while also contributing to larger and more complex multidisciplinary developments. This position offers real ownership, strong career progression prospects, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The Role As Senior Town Planner, you will: Lead smaller planning projects from inception through to determination, managing programmes, budgets, and client relationships. Support medium and large-scale developments alongside a multidisciplinary team. Attend and lead client meetings and stakeholder discussions. Liaise with local planning authorities and statutory consultees. Prepare and review planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation. Keep up to date with evolving planning legislation and policy, particularly around green belt and grey belt guidance. Mentor and support junior members of the team. About You To be considered for this role, you should have: A strong understanding of the UK planning system and local government processes. A minimum of 3 years' experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment. MRTPI qualification or be actively working towards chartership. Experience within residential, commercial, green belt, or grey belt planning would be highly advantageous. A full UK driving licence. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence in client-facing situations. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and expanding consultancy where your ideas, expertise, and career progression will be genuinely valued. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of high-quality projects while working in a collaborative and ambitious team environment. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Senior Town Planner Dublin (City Centre) Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits An established, award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its growing Dublin office. This practice has built a strong reputation across Ireland and the UK for delivering high-quality work spanning town planning, urban design, landscape architecture, and environmental assessment . With a team of 40+ specialists and a diverse project portfolio across public and private sectors, they are entering an exciting phase of continued growth. The Role You will play a key role in leading and delivering a wide range of planning projects, working closely with internal design teams and external stakeholders. Responsibilities will include: Leading the preparation and management of planning applications from inception to determination Providing strategic planning advice to clients across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and regeneration projects Managing stakeholder engagement and client relationships Coordinating multidisciplinary inputs (environmental, design, technical) Preparing high-quality planning reports, statements, and appeals Mentoring junior team members The role offers exposure to large-scale residential developments, strategic masterplanning, planning appeals, and policy submissions , with real involvement in shaping projects at all stages. About You Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline Chartered or working towards (IPI / RTPI or equivalent) Typically 5-10+ years' experience in consultancy or a similar environment Strong knowledge of Irish planning policy and legislation Proven experience managing planning applications and client relationships Excellent written and communication skills Why Apply? Join a highly respected, design-led consultancy with a collaborative culture Work on a diverse mix of high-profile and complex projects Be part of a growing planning team with clear progression opportunities City centre office location with flexible working options Competitive salary and benefits package Interested? For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

Graduate Town Planner Cheltenham Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a growing consultancy are looking to further expand their team by appointing an enthusiastic Graduate Town Planner to work out of their Cheltenham based offices. The team currently deliver a range of projects within the housing, mixed use, commercial and rural seectors. In this instance applications are sought from candidates with a relevant BSc / MSc (or equivalent) in a relevant RTPI accredited degree. Some experience of working within the planning sector, either with a private consultancy or local authority, his highly advantageous but not essential. Within the role the successful Graduate Town Planner will be assisting senior staff with the preparation of planning applications, appeals and design and access statements. In return the company are offering excellent career progression opportunities, APC supoprt, a competitive starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.

Assistant Planner / Town Planner Bristol Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a growing environmental and planning consultancy with a network of offices across the UK, are looking to appoint an experienced Assistant Planner / Town Planner to work out of their offices based in Bristol. Working as an integral part of their planning team the successful candidate will be will working alongside senior staff on a variety of large scale projects within the renewable energy, minerals and waste and commercial sectors. Suitable candidates for this role will: Have a relevant RTPI MSc (or equivalent) in a relevant planning discipline Have experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Have experience of liaising with clients Have previous experience of preparing planning statements and applications Have excellent working knowledge of all stages of Impact Assessments, from land acquisition, options appraisals and planning submissions In return they're offering: A competitive starting salary Full benefits package including pension scheme Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.

Senior Town Planner Glasgow Private Sector Consultancy Chartered MRTPI Essential Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? I'm working on behalf of a leading private-sector planning consultancy in Glasgow that is seeking a Chartered Senior Town Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven planning professional with strong consultancy experience to play a key role in delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse portfolio of projects. You'll be joining a supportive, well-established team with a reputation for excellence and a strong pipeline of work across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land developments. The Role: Managing and delivering a range of planning projects from inception to approval Preparing planning applications, appeals, appraisals and supporting documents Providing expert planning advice to private-sector clients and stakeholders Engaging with local authorities, consultants and development teams Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to business development activities About You: MRTPI chartered (essential) Proven track record within the private sector (consultancy or developer) Strong understanding of the Scottish planning system Confident communicator with excellent report writing skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Why Apply? Competitive salary and benefits package Clear progression opportunities within a respected consultancy Flexible working options Opportunity to work on high-profile and impactful projects across Scotland If you're a proactive, ambitious planner looking for a fresh challenge in the Glasgow market, we'd love to hear from you. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your ecological career within an ambitious, forward-thinking consultancy, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

Senior Planner Location: Birmingham Salary: Competitive + benefits Office-based 4 days per week I'm currently working in partnership with a well-established, private planning consultancy to appoint a Senior Planner for their growing Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner who is looking to progress their career within a respected consultancy that offers strong client exposure, high-quality work, and a clear pathway for advancement. The Role You will play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will be given real responsibility, managing projects from early-stage appraisals through to submission and determination. Key responsibilities will include: Managing planning applications and appeals independently Preparing planning statements, site appraisals and strategic advice Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders and consultant teams Attending client meetings and providing commercially focused planning advice Supporting junior team members where appropriate About You Minimum 2 years RTPI PQE 4-5+ years' overall planning experience Majority of experience gained within a consultancy environment Strong knowledge of the UK planning system Confident managing applications with minimal supervision Strong written and verbal communication skills Midlands-based or willing to commute to Birmingham Working Pattern This is a Birmingham-based role with an expectation of 4 days per week in the office, supporting collaboration and team culture. The Opportunity Competitive salary dependent on experience Clear progression structure Supportive, collaborative working environment Exposure to high-quality, varied projects Ongoing professional development If you're a Senior Planner exploring new opportunities in the Midlands, I'd be happy to discuss this role in confidence. You can reach out to me on Tullula Farrell - (phone number removed).

Town Planner Tunbridge Wells, Kent Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits An established, design-led architectural practice is seeking a Town Planner to join its close-knit team in Tunbridge Wells. This RIBA-chartered consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential and heritage-led projects , with a focus on traditional architecture, sustainability, and sensitive design within the Kent and Sussex region. Working across projects including new homes, extensions, listed buildings, and rural developments , the team provides a collaborative, hands-on environment with real involvement across the full project lifecycle. The Role You will support and lead on a range of planning projects, working closely with architects, clients, and local authorities. Key responsibilities include: Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals Advising on planning policy, constraints, and site development potential Supporting design teams to ensure proposals align with local and national policy Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders Producing planning statements, heritage statements, and supporting documentation Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility studies You will gain exposure to a wide variety of residential and small-scale commercial schemes , often in sensitive or constrained planning contexts. About You Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline Working towards or recently achieved MRTPI (or equivalent) Experience in a consultancy or architectural practice preferred Good understanding of the UK planning system (ideally within the South East) Strong report writing and communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team Why Apply? Join a respected, design-focused practice with a strong regional reputation Work on bespoke, high-quality projects rather than volume-led schemes Gain hands-on experience across the full planning and design process Supportive, collaborative team environment Tunbridge Wells office location with excellent project variety across Kent & Sussex Interested? For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

Senior Town Planner Cheltenham Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Due to continued expansion, this growing planning consultancy are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham. The company are offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work as part of an established team, delivering expert planning advice for their clients in the residential, commercial and mixed use sectors. Qualifications: For this role suitable candidates will have a degree in a planning related discipline and ideally a further MSc (or equivalent), be a Chartered Member of RTPI and will have extensive post qualification town planning experience either within a consultancy or public sector environment. Experience: The successful Senior Town Planner will quickly take responsibility for client facing and project management while undertaking research, planning appraisals, preparing and submitting planning applications, S106 negotiations and preparing representations. Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with career progression opportunities Competitive starting salary Full benefits package Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the twon planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.