Town Planner – Kent (Hybrid)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + benefits + flexible working
Are you a talented Town Planner looking to develop your career within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary consultancy? We’re working with a well-established property, planning, and design practice in Kent that’s looking to add an ambitious planner to its growing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that brings together planners, architects, engineers, and surveyors under one roof — offering you exposure to a wide variety of projects across the public and private sectors. From housing and regeneration to education, infrastructure, and commercial developments, you’ll have the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape local communities.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you’ll support a range of planning projects from initial feasibility through to consent. You’ll work closely with senior planners and technical teams, contributing to planning strategies, preparing applications, and engaging with local authorities and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities:
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Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
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Conducting planning appraisals and site assessments.
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Preparing reports, design statements, and supporting documentation.
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Liaising with clients, consultants, and planning officers.
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Supporting senior colleagues with major or strategic projects.
About You
You’ll have a degree or master’s in Town Planning or a related discipline and be working towards MRTPI status. You should be confident, enthusiastic, and ready to take on a mix of project work in a collaborative team environment.
Requirements:
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RTPI-accredited degree or master’s (and ideally some experience in planning consultancy or local authority).
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Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Organised, proactive, and eager to learn from senior professionals.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary based on experience.
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Hybrid working and flexible hours.
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25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
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Ongoing training and full support towards MRTPI chartership.
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Friendly, multi-disciplinary office environment with clear progression opportunities.
If you’re looking to develop your planning career within a supportive consultancy that values professional growth, collaboration, and quality of work — we’d love to hear from you.
