Tate Recruitment
Town Planner RTPI
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Town Planner OR Senior Town Planner opportunity
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience and position applied for)
Location: Office-based with site visits as required
Contract: Full-time, permanent (part-time considered - please enquire)
Sponsorship for overseas workers: Sorry not available
About The Opportunity
This is an exciting time to join a well-established, owner-managed Town Planning Consultancy that is entering a new phase of growth. You will be joining a close-knit team of 8 highly credible, passionate professionals who take real pride in the work they deliver and the reputation they have built to date.
The team are not only successful in what they do, but genuinely invested in bringing someone on board who wants to be part of their journey. You'll be supported, trusted, and encouraged to develop - with a clear path for personal career growth as the business continues to expand.
Whether you have experience in adhoc property or commercial development planning, we'd love to hear from you as here you'll get to work on varied projects with both private home owner clients, property developers, land owners and construction firms.
Benefits Here Include
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service, up to 30 days)
- Additional leave between Christmas and New Year
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Employer pension contribution (3%)
- Annual health reward voucher
- RTPI subscription and CPD support (up to 2 days annually)
- Free on-site parking
- Breakfast provisions available in the office
- Relaxed breakout space away from desks
- Dog-friendly, modern open-plan office
- Town centre location with excellent local amenities
- Possibility of part time - let's talk!
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The Role
We are seeking an experienced Town Planning professional to support and deliver a range of planning applications and appeals across small-scale and minor developments - with the aim to celebrate successful outcomes for your clients.
This is an open-level opportunity - suitable for a Planner with at least one year's experience, or a more experienced individual ready to step in at Senior level. The scope of the role and level of responsibility will be shaped around your experience.
There is a genuine commitment to your long-term development, with the opportunity to progress towards Principal level and beyond as the business grows.
Please note: This particular role is not suitable for recent graduates unfortunately. A minimum of one year's Town Planning experience (public or private sector) is essential.
(If you are a Town Planning Graduate wanting to get into this industry specifically, please send a direct message and CV )
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and support planning applications and appeals
- Liaise with clients, Local Planning Authorities, and key stakeholders
- Undertake research into planning policy, site history, and constraints
- Draft planning appraisals, statements, and representations
- Advise on planning conditions and post-decision matters
- Support Local Plan site promotions and monitoring
- Work collaboratively with colleagues on more complex schemes
Senior Planner Experience (Desirable / Salary-Influencing)
- Managing projects with minimal supervision
- Leading planning strategies and advising on appeals
- Involvement in Local Plan promotions or land supply work
- Attending external meetings and committees
- Demonstrating commercial awareness, including fee management
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Essential Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of Town Planning experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Confidence working with LPAs and stakeholders
- Working towards RTPI membership
- Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word essential)
What's On Offer
- Salary £30,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)
- Bespoke career progression aligned to your ambition and capability
- Fully supported RTPI qualification and ongoing CPD
- Increasing responsibility as your experience grows
- A supportive, collaborative and genuinely invested team environment
Please either apply here, or call Emma Tarbox, in confidence on 01462 455181 to discuss these opportunities.
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
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