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Job Title: Associate Town Planner
Location: Stratford:upon:Avon
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and collaborative team of planning and development professionals, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. The team provides expert advice on a wide range of schemes including residential, mixed-use, regeneration, and strategic land development, supporting clients from early feasibility through to planning consent and implementation.
You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, combining technical excellence with a commercially focused approach. This is a key senior appointment offering genuine influence over project delivery and the continued growth of the regional team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to determination
- Provide strategic planning advice on land promotion, development potential, and site appraisals
- Prepare, manage, and submit complex planning applications and appeals
- Draft high-quality planning statements, reports, and representations for Local Plan processes
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders
- Support and contribute to business development and the generation of new opportunities
- Oversee and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional development
- Represent clients at meetings, hearings, and examinations where required
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Requirements
- Proven experience at Senior Planner or Associate Planner level within consultancy, local authority, or development environment
- RTPI accredited degree with Chartered Membership (or working towards)
- Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, policy, and development management processes
- Demonstrable experience delivering and managing complex planning projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Strong client-facing experience with the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business growth
- A proactive, motivated, and collaborative approach
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Additional Information
This role is based in the Stratford:upon:Avon office, with hybrid working available. The organisation promotes flexibility and trust, allowing individuals to manage their working patterns effectively while maintaining strong team collaboration.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and expanding consultancy, working on high-quality and meaningful development projects across the UK.
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, contact Josh Jones on 362 010.
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