An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Town Planner to join a highly successful in-house planning team within a leading UK development business specialising in the delivery of large-scale residential and care-led developments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to gain exposure to the full development lifecycle, working on projects from site identification through to planning approval. The role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative and experienced team, with genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.

The Role
As a Town Planner, you will take ownership of planning projects and play a key role in securing planning permissions across a varied development portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake site appraisals and assess development opportunities.
• Prepare and coordinate planning applications and supporting documentation.
• Produce high-quality planning statements, reports and supporting evidence.
• Manage planning submissions through the application process.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, statutory consultees and key stakeholders.
• Attend meetings with planning officers and external consultants.
• Negotiate planning matters and respond to consultation feedback.
• Support planning committee presentations and appeal proceedings where required.
• Monitor planning policy and legislative changes affecting development projects.
• Work closely with internal teams throughout the land acquisition, design and development process.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a town planning role.
• Experience gained within either the private sector or local authority environment.
• Relevant planning qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.
• Commercial awareness and a keen interest in the planning and development sector.
• Full UK driving licence.

Personal Attributes

• Ambitious and motivated with a proactive approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confident in dealing with a range of stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
• Keen to develop a long-term career within planning and development.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus scheme paid twice per year
• Pension contribution
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Free onsite parking
• 13 pay days per year (4-weekly payroll)
• Free onsite gym
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities