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Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Nottingham Are you a talented Town Planner looking for flexibility and career growth? Whether you're seeking full-time stability or part-time balance, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected private planning consultancy with over 40 years of success and a strong reputation for quality and integrity. This Nottingham-based consultancy has exciting plans for expansion and is looking for an RTPI Chartered Planner, or someone working towards accreditation, with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in either the private or public sector. The Role You'll play a key part in the planning team, managing your own caseload and contributing to the continued growth of the practice. The role offers a varied workload across multiple sectors, providing an excellent platform to build on your experience and take the next step in your career. Key Responsibilities Providing expert planning advice to a wide range of clients Preparing and managing planning applications, including major developments Managing appeals, hearings and public inquiries Preparing Certificates of Lawfulness and Local Plan representations Coordinating input from external consultants Negotiating with local authorities and statutory bodies Preparing and presenting detailed professional reports About You MRTPI Chartered or working towards accreditation At least 2 years' post-qualification experience within consultancy or local authority Excellent communication and report-writing skills Confident in managing projects and liaising directly with clients and local authorities A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage allowance provided) Why Apply? Flexible working options (full-time or part-time) Supportive and experienced team environment Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression Competitive salary and benefits Join a well-established consultancy with a loyal client base and exciting growth plans If you're looking for an opportunity where you can thrive and make an impact, this could be the ideal next step in your planning career. To apply or learn more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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.

Job Title: Town Planner Location: Oxford (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (DOE) + Benefits Type: Full-Time, Permanent An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Town Planner to join a well-established and respected planning consultancy in Oxford. I'm currently working with a thriving independent planning practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work across a broad mix of sectors including residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments. This is an exciting time to come on board as the team continues to grow, bringing in new work from both longstanding and newly secured clients across Oxfordshire and the wider South East. About the Role You'll be joining a supportive, close-knit team where you'll play a key role in managing planning applications, appeals, site appraisals, and client relationships. The role offers a genuine opportunity to take on responsibility from day one while being mentored by experienced senior planners who are passionate about professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Planner or recently promoted Senior Planner looking for greater autonomy, a better work/life balance, and a direct pathway for career progression. What You'll Be Doing Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals Conducting site visits and delivering detailed planning appraisals Liaising with clients, local authorities, and external consultants Supporting senior team members with complex projects Keeping up to date with changes in planning legislation and policy What We're Looking For RTPI accredited degree and full or working towards MRTPI status 2+ years' experience in a planning consultancy or local authority Strong report writing and communication skills Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines A team player with a proactive attitude and commercial awareness What's on Offer Competitive salary based on experience (£35-45k) Hybrid working options (typically 2-3 days in office) Clear progression structure with regular reviews Flexible working hours A friendly, collaborative culture and a focus on wellbeing Ongoing CPD support and full RTPI fees paid Whether you're currently in the private or public sector, if you're looking to take the next step in your planning career with a consultancy that values integrity, autonomy, and growth, this could be the right move for you.

Town Planner Birmingham Carrington West are pleased to be working on behalf of a growing consultancy looking to appoint a Planner to join their brand-new Birmingham office. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a small, ambitious team at an early stage of growth, offering exceptional long-term career potential. The Opportunity Join a newly established Birmingham office with significant investment and growth plans Work closely with senior team members who are actively generating new business Take ownership of planning applications and drafting work from day one Be part of a business where progression is genuinely open-ended The Role Preparation and submission of planning applications Supporting on a range of development management projects Working alongside senior leadership who focus on client acquisition and strategy Opportunity to grow with the business as workload and team expand About You Experience in development management (essential) Background in either public or private sector RTPI qualification not essential - must have an accredited degree or masters Able to hit the ground running A strong team player with personality and confidence - this is a close-knit, collaborative environment What's on Offer Flexible working - 3 days per week Brand new office environment Direct exposure to senior decision-makers A genuine opportunity to shape your career as the business grows If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and grow quickly within a supportive, entrepreneurial environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

Assistant Town Planner Reading Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a UK leading planning consultancy is urgently looking to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Town Planner to join their team based in Reading. The successful Assistant Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly large scale residential and commercial developments. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree and ideally a further MSc An ambition to pursue Chartered Planner status A minimum of a years town planning experience, ideally within a consultancy environment A full UK drivers licence Benefits: Joining an established company with excellent career progression opportunities Competitive starting salary and benefits package 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.

Assistant Town Planner Reading Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a UK leading planning consultancy is urgently looking to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Town Planner to join their team based in Reading. The successful Assistant Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly large scale residential and commercial developments. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree and ideally a further MSc An ambition to pursue Chartered Planner status A minimum of a years town planning experience, ideally within a consultancy environment A full UK drivers licence Benefits: Joining an established company with excellent career progression opportunities Competitive starting salary and 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.

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Town Planner to join their team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner to kick-start or continue their career within a growing consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience across all stages of the planning process within a supportive environment. THE ROLE As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects from early-stage feasibility through to submission and determination. Working closely with senior team members, you will develop your technical knowledge, planning expertise, and client-facing skills, building a strong foundation as an Assistant Town Planner within a collaborative team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility assessments Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation Conducting planning policy research and analysis Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations Assisting with project coordination and administration WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline Ideally some experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment Working towards MRTPI or keen to begin the process Strong understanding of the UK planning system Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail A proactive and motivated approach WHAT'S ON OFFER Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Clear progression opportunities and support towards Chartership Ongoing professional development Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at

Senior Town Planner Location: Southampton Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their Southampton office. This is an excellent opportunity for a chartered planning professional to join a growing consultancy delivering planning advice across a diverse portfolio of development projects. The successful Senior Town Planner will work on a range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes, supporting clients through the planning process and helping to deliver successful development outcomes. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead and manage planning projects from initial site appraisal through to planning submission and determination. You will work closely with clients, consultants, and Local Planning Authorities to deliver strategic and commercially focused planning solutions. Key Responsibilities Leading the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy analysis Preparing Planning Statements and supporting documentation Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact Liaising and negotiating with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders Coordinating with multidisciplinary consultant teams Supporting and mentoring junior planners Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified with approximately 12-18 months post-chartership experience Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority Strong knowledge of the UK planning system Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects effectively What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working arrangements Exposure to a diverse range of development projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Clear opportunities for career progression This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to progress their career within a growing consultancy based in Southampton. If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Joel on or email at

Town Planner London Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, an established planning consultancy are urgently looking to appoint a Town Planner with commercial and retail project experience to work as part of their team in central London. The successful Town Planner will be working alongside senior members of the team to successfully deliver a variety of applications 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. Duties: Preparing and submitted planning applications and supporting documents Liaising with clients and local authorities to establish the planning suitability of potential sites Collaborating with other internal teams Preparing and submitting appeal evidence Discharging planning conditions Benefits: Joining a leading 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 (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: OxfordPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected property and development consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Oxford.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a commercially focused environment, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, mixed-use, and strategic land developments. The role offers a strong blend of planning policy and development management work, providing excellent exposure across the full planning lifecycle. THE ROLE As a Senior Town Planner, you will take a leading role in delivering planning projects from initial strategy through to submission and determination.You will work across both policy and development management projects, managing your own schemes while leading on more complex developments, supporting junior team members, and further developing your career as a Senior Town Planner within a dynamic and growing team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leading and managing planning applications and development management projects Supporting and contributing to planning policy and site promotion work Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and documentation Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility assessments Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders Attending client meetings, site visits, and consultations Supporting pre-application discussions, appeals, and major developments WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or similar environment Proven experience across both planning policy and development management Strong understanding of the UK planning system Excellent communication and client-facing skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines A proactive and commercially aware approach WHAT'S ON OFFER Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work across policy, development management, and strategic land Exposure to high-quality and diverse planning projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Wolverhampton Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK housebuilder in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Wolverhampton. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a commercially focused environment, working on large-scale residential developments and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing planning permissions and driving projects forward. THE ROLE As a Senior Town Planner, you will take a leading role in managing planning applications and promoting residential developments through the planning system. You will work closely with internal land, technical, and commercial teams, as well as external consultants and local authorities, developing your expertise as a Senior Town Planner within a fast-paced development environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leading and managing planning applications for residential developments Promoting strategic land through the planning process Preparing and reviewing planning strategies and documentation Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders Managing external consultants and project teams Supporting land acquisition and development appraisals Attending meetings, site visits, and planning committees Contributing to business objectives and project delivery WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or housebuilder Experience working on residential and strategic land projects Strong understanding of the UK planning system Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Commercial awareness and a proactive approach Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines WHAT'S ON OFFER Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work on large-scale residential developments Exposure to strategic land and planning-led projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Clear progression opportunities within a leading housebuilder Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at

Job Title: Town Planner Location: Oxford Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected property and development consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner to join a commercially focused environment, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, mixed-use, and strategic land developments. The role offers a strong blend of both planning policy and development management work, providing excellent exposure across the planning process. THE ROLE As a Town Planner, you will be involved in delivering planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination. You will work across both policy and development management projects, managing your own schemes while supporting senior team members on larger developments, developing your expertise as a Town Planner within a dynamic and growing team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Managing planning applications and development management projects Supporting planning policy work and site promotion activities Preparing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility assessments Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders Attending client meetings, site visits, and consultations Supporting pre-application discussions and appeals Assisting with project coordination and delivery WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership Experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or similar environment Strong understanding of both planning policy and development management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time management abilities A proactive and commercially aware approach WHAT'S ON OFFER Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work across both policy and development management Exposure to strategic land and major planning projects Supportive and collaborative team environment Clear progression opportunities and professional development Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at

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).

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.

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.

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

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)

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).

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

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.