Job title: Associate Town Planner

Location: Cornwall

Salary: Competitive

As a specialist recruitment consultant operating in the planning and development sector, I’m currently partnering with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy looking to appoint an Associate Town Planner to support and lead projects across Cornwall and the wider South West region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner ready to step into (or further establish themselves in) a senior leadership role within a growing, well-respected consultancy known for delivering commercially focused advice across residential, mixed-use, rural and regeneration projects.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a pivotal role in leading projects, managing client relationships and mentoring junior team members, while working closely with senior leadership on strategy and business development.

The Cornwall market is buoyant and diverse, offering exposure to everything from strategic housing promotions and rural estates to tourism and regeneration schemes. You’ll have the autonomy to shape your workload while contributing to the continued growth of the regional presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals

• Providing strategic planning advice to a broad client base

• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact

• Supporting business development and networking across the region

• Mentoring and supporting junior planners

• Representing clients at planning committees and hearings where required

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or eligible)

• Extensive private or public sector planning experience

• Strong working knowledge of planning policy within Cornwall / South West

• Commercially aware with strong client management skills

• Confident communicator with leadership capability

• Ambition to progress toward Director level in the medium term

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary tailored to experience

• Performance-related bonus

• Clear pathway to Director

• Flexible / hybrid working

• Supportive, collaborative team culture

• Opportunity to shape and grow a regional presence

If you’re an experienced Senior Planner or Associate ready for greater autonomy, leadership responsibility and long-term progression within a respected consultancy, I’d be delighted to discuss this opportunity in confidence.

Please contact me directly for a confidential conversation.