Senior/Associate Town Planner

Senior / Associate Town Planner

Location: Kent Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Are you a Town Planner looking for your next step? Perhaps you're ready to take on more responsibility, work on a varied portfolio of exciting projects, or simply join a consultancy where your ideas and contribution genuinely matter?

I'm working with an established and growing independent planning consultancy who are looking to bring a talented Senior / Associate Town Planner into their team in Kent.

What's on offer?

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working arrangements. Contributory pension scheme. Generous annual leave allowance. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Exposure to a varied and interesting portfolio of planning projects.The Role - Senior / Associate Town Planner

Managing and delivering a range of planning applications and projects from inception through to determination. Providing strategic planning advice to clients, including developers, landowners and housebuilders. Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation. Advising on planning policy, development potential and land promotion opportunities. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders. Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to their professional development. Playing an active role in the continued growth and success of the consultancy.What We're Looking For

A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline. MRTPI qualification would be advantageous, particularly for Associate-level applicants. Experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or similar development environment. A strong understanding of UK planning legislation, policy and development management. Proven experience managing planning applications and providing sound planning advice. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The confidence to manage client relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues. A proactive, commercially minded approach with the ambition to take the next step in your planning career.Interested?

Whether you're an experienced Town Planner looking to step into a Senior position or an established Senior Planner ready for an Associate-level opportunity, I'd love to have a conversation.

For a confidential discussion or to find out more, get in touch:

Efan Thomas (url removed)