Senior Planner – East Midlands
Location: East Midlands (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 + benefits
Sector: Town Planning
Job Type: Permanent
Are you an ambitious Senior Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re working with a leading planning consultancy in the East Midlands who are looking to expand their talented team due to a strong pipeline of exciting projects.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated planner to join a progressive practice with a reputation for delivering high-quality work across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
The Role
As a Senior Planner, you’ll play a key role in managing a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting clients through the planning process, and providing strategic advice on a range of development proposals. You’ll work closely with experienced Directors while mentoring junior colleagues — all within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals
- Providing expert planning advice to clients and stakeholders
- Preparing high-quality planning statements, reports, and development strategies
- Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and design teams
- Contributing to business development and client relationship management
About You
- MRTPI qualified (or very close to submission)
- Solid experience in a planning consultancy or local authority environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong understanding of the UK planning system and local planning policy
- Proactive, client-focused, and commercially aware
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary (£40,000–£55,000)
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
- A friendly, social, and supportive team culture
- Exposure to high-profile projects across the East Midlands and beyond
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your planning career, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Send your CV (and portfolio, if applicable) to [email protected] or contact Kirsty Tanner on 01792 940004 for a confidential chat.
Join a consultancy that values your expertise and invests in your future — apply today!
