Senior Town Planner
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 + benefits
Working Pattern: Hybrid Working
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Town Planner to join a leading planning consultancy in Birmingham. The business has an excellent reputation within the UK planning sector, advising on a diverse range of high-profile developments across the residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner looking to take the next step in their career, working alongside an established team on major development projects with clear opportunities for progression.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering planning advice and managing projects from initial feasibility through to planning application and determination.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land developments.
Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals and supporting planning statements.
Providing strategic planning advice to developers, landowners and other key stakeholders.
Undertaking planning research, assessing planning policy and identifying development opportunities.
Managing client relationships and liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and other stakeholders.
Supporting business development activities and contributing to the continued growth of the team.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver commercially focused planning solutions.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Experience working within a private-sector planning consultancy.
A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
MRTPI chartership, or be working towards achieving it.
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and relevant planning legislation.
Experience managing planning applications and development projects independently.
Excellent communication, report-writing and client-management skills.
A proactive approach, with the ambition to develop professionally and contribute to the growth of the business.
What’s on Offer?
£40,000–£50,000 salary, depending on experience.
Competitive benefits package.
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of major development projects.
The opportunity to work with an established and highly regarded planning team.
Clear opportunities for career development and progression.
A collaborative working environment with the chance to build strong client relationships and develop your professional profile.
Interested?
If you’re a Senior Town Planner looking for your next move in Birmingham, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy offering varied projects, strong client exposure and long-term career prospects.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more.