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Senior Town Planner
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Location: Warwickshire
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
A highly regarded planning and development consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to join its established team in Warwickshire.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planner seeking greater project responsibility, direct client exposure, and a clear pathway for career progression within a growing and respected consultancy.
The Opportunity
Working as part of a multidisciplinary planning team, you will manage a varied portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use sectors, providing strategic planning advice and overseeing applications from inception through to determination.
You will play a key role in client management, project delivery, and supporting junior team members while contributing to the continued growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a range of planning applications, appeals, and development proposals
- Preparing planning strategies, appraisals, and supporting documentation
- Providing clear and commercially focused planning advice to clients
- Building and maintaining relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams
- Leading project meetings and representing clients where required
- Monitoring changes in planning policy and legislation
- Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team
- Assisting with business development activities and client acquisition opportunities
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About You
The successful candidate will possess:
- MRTPI status (or be working towards final accreditation)
- A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
- Proven planning experience within either a consultancy or local authority environment
- Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process
- Excellent report writing and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and strong client-facing abilities
- The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- A proactive and collaborative approach to work
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
- A diverse and high-quality project portfolio
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Professional development and continued RTPI support
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Comprehensive benefits package
This role presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated planning professional to join a well-established consultancy with an enviable reputation and a strong pipeline of exciting projects across the Midlands and beyond.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please submit your CV today.
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