Planner / Senior Planner

Town Planning Opportunity with an Independent, Client-Focused Practice

We're partnered with a well-regarded, mid-sized planning consultancy based in Bedford, delivering strategic and development-focused planning services across the UK for a diverse range of public and private sector clients. With a strong reputation for high-quality, commercially astute planning advice, this practice is seeking to expand its team with an experienced Town Planner or Senior Town Planner.

This independent consultancy has built a reputable presence since 2012, providing comprehensive planning services across all development scales and sectors, including planning strategy, development management, appeals, consultation, land supply matters, EIA support, project management and S106/CIL negotiation.

As a Town Planner / Senior Town Planner, you will be a key member of the planning team, contributing to project delivery and client engagement across the full planning lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation.

• Provide pragmatic planning advice to clients across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land projects.

• Advise on planning strategy, policy interpretation, risk management and negotiation with local planning authorities.

• Contribute to site appraisals, community engagement and development plan representations.

• Assist with or take responsibility for mentoring junior colleagues (depending on seniority).

We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Town Planner: A strong foundation in planning consultancy or related roles with an understanding of the UK planning system.

• Senior Town Planner: Chartered (RTPI) or working towards chartership, with significant consultancy experience, strong project leadership and client management skills.

• Excellent written communication - able to produce clear planning statements and client reports.

• Commercial awareness, confidence in stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Competitive salary and benefits package (dependent on experience).

• Hybrid working with flexibility between home and office.

• Broad, varied workload with genuine responsibility and exposure to high-profile planning matters.

• A supportive, collegiate environment with professional development opportunities.