Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our team and play a key role in leading complex planning projects, supporting team development, and contributing to wider business growth. Acting as a brand ambassador, you'll help strengthen client relationships, secure new opportunities, and drive company success through high-quality planning work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on complex planning applications and appeals
• Independently manage project submissions and client communications
• Attend and present at appeal hearings and examinations in public
• Undertake Section 106 negotiations
• Contribute to business development and networking efforts
• Manage project budgets and proposals
• Support the preparation of new business pitches and client presentations
• Mentor and develop junior team members
• Promote the practice through marketing and client engagement activities

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of professional planning experience (public or private sector)
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• High-quality report writing and data analysis skills
• Confident in negotiations and representing clients
• Strong time management and multitasking ability
• Highly organised, methodical, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Positive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
• Professional, friendly, and approachable manner
• Full clean UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Understanding of urban design and masterplanning
• Existing client relationships or ability to generate new business

What We Offer

• Competitive market salary
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
• Minimum 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional Birthday Leave
• Health insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Payment of one professional membership (others considered on merit)
• Discretionary time off over Christmas and New Year
• Potential performance-related bonus
• Supportive, close-knit team environment with high staff retention
• Opportunities for continued professional development and progression