Town Planner

London | Planning Consultancy | Competitive Salary + Benefits

A leading independent planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing London team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to develop their career within a highly regarded consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of projects and clients. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team where they will have genuine exposure to projects from inception through to delivery, alongside opportunities to take increasing responsibility for their own caseload.

As a Town Planner, you will be involved in a broad range of planning work, including:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Undertaking planning research and policy analysis.
• Providing planning advice to clients and project teams.
• Assisting with the preparation of planning statements and supporting documentation.
• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex development projects.
• Managing your own workload and contributing to the successful delivery of client instructions.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and other industry professionals.

The role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of development sectors, giving you excellent exposure to different planning issues and project types.

We are keen to hear from candidates with:

• A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment.
• A good understanding of the UK planning system and development management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, commercial and solutions-focused approach.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.

RTPI accreditation or progress towards chartership would be advantageous, although candidates at different stages of their planning career will be considered.

This is an opportunity to join an established and ambitious planning consultancy with a strong reputation in the London market.

You can expect:

• A competitive salary package.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent exposure to a diverse range of planning projects.
• Structured opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Support towards professional qualifications and chartership where appropriate.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced planning professionals and take on increasing responsibility.

If you're a Town Planner looking for your next opportunity in London and would like to join a consultancy where you can develop your expertise and progress your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential discussion about the role and wider opportunities within the planning market.