Overview

Town Planner / Senior Planner

Location: Birmingham or Cardiff

An established and growing planning consultancy is looking to expand its team with the addition of a Town Planner or Senior Planner based in either Birmingham or Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven planning professional with previous experience in a planning consultancy or local authority setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications, pre-application enquiries, and appeals
• Draft and submit lawful development certificates
• Advise on planning strategy across a range of development types
• Work across various sectors including residential, retail, commercial, and mixed-use schemes
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning services

About You

• A minimum of 2 years\' experience in a planning consultancy or local planning authority
• RTPI-accredited degree (or equivalent)
• Working towards or already MRTPI qualified (for Planner level); MRTPI status preferred for Senior Planner
• Strong report writing, project management and communication skills
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Career progression opportunities within a supportive and growing consultancy
• Involvement in a wide range of exciting and high-profile projects
• Flexible office location - choose between Birmingham or Cardiff

To apply or learn more about the role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat