Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Reading
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Are you a highly skilled Town Planner with a passion for shaping the future of urban development? Do you thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment, where your expertise can make a real impact? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to join an established and growing planning consultancy.
Role Overview:
As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality planning solutions for a wide range of projects. You will work closely with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders, providing expert advice and guiding projects through the planning process.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage planning applications, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
* Provide strategic planning advice to clients, ensuring compliance with local, regional, and national planning policies.
* Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and representations.
* Conduct site assessments and prepare planning reports and statements.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and environmental consultants.
* Mentor and guide junior planners, offering support and advice to help develop their skills.
* Stay up to date with current planning legislation and policy changes.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* A degree in Town Planning (or related field) and MRTPI (or working towards).
* Significant experience in a planning consultancy or local authority.
* In-depth knowledge of UK planning policies and procedures.
* Proven experience managing complex planning applications and projects.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Opportunities for career development and progression.
* Supportive and collaborative team environment.
If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career, apply today to join a respected and well-established team in the planning industry.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed) We look forward to hearing from you!