Senior Town Planner

Associate Planning Consultant
Newcastle (Hybrid Working)
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
An established and highly regarded consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Planning Consultant to play a pivotal role in leading and developing their Planning function.
Our client seeking an individual who can bring both technical expertise and leadership capability to a growing, multidisciplinary team. Based in Newcastle, the team brings together planners, surveyors, and architects, delivering a broad range of projects across residential, commercial, and leisure sectors. Their strength lies in strategic planning and land promotion, supported by a strong reputation for delivering clear, commercially focused advice.
The Opportunity
This is a senior appointment offering the chance to take ownership of key projects and contribute to the continued expansion of the business. The successful candidate will lead on major planning applications across the region while supporting team development and driving new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals, fostering a high-performing and motivated environment
Oversee and contribute to complex planning applications across a range of sectors
Manage projects from inception through to completion
Coordinate and respond to local and regional planning policy consultations
Provide strategic advice to clients and internal stakeholders
Play an active role in business development, identifying and securing new opportunities
Build and maintain strong client relationships and networks
About You
Proven experience in a senior planning role, ideally within consultancy
Strong background in development management, EIA, and planning policy
Commercially minded with a track record of winning work and developing client relationships
Confident communicator with strong negotiation and influencing skills
Highly organised, driven, and capable of leading both people and projects
Able to identify development potential and provide strategic insight
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and bonus structure (company, team, and individual performance)
Pension scheme
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Enhanced family leave policies
Employee Assistance Programme

If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and play a key role in shaping a growing, highly regarded consultancy, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Georgia Cookson (phone number removed) (url removed)

Job reference: 65663