Town Planner (c.2 Years’ Experience)

Location: Derby (Hybrid Working Available)

Are you an ambitious Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re seeking a motivated planner with around two years of consultancy experience to join our growing team in Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the minerals, waste, commercial and residential sectors, supporting clients through every stage of the planning process while developing your technical expertise within a collaborative and supportive consultancy environment.

About the Role

As a Town Planner, you’ll work alongside experienced planning professionals on a wide range of projects, helping to deliver high-quality planning advice and successful planning outcomes for private and public sector clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing planning applications, supporting statements and planning appraisals.
• Managing planning applications through to determination.
• Undertaking planning policy and site research.
• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultees and clients.
• Assisting with planning appeals and representations.
• Supporting project management and client communications.
• Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Around two years’ professional experience in a planning consultancy or similar environment.
• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Progress towards, or an interest in achieving, MRTPI status.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• A proactive, positive and collaborative approach to work.
• A full UK driving licence (preferred).

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity to work on a varied and interesting portfolio of planning projects.
• A supportive and experienced team committed to your professional development.
• Mentoring towards MRTPI accreditation where applicable.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Company pension and a comprehensive benefits package.

If you’re looking to develop your planning career with a respected consultancy that values quality, collaboration and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you.