Town Planner
Reading, UK
Circa £30,000 (depending on experience) + benefits
 
Carrington West are pleased to be working with a well-established planning consultancy, part of a larger multidisciplinary group, is looking to appoint a Town Planner with around 2 years experience to join their growing team. With their head office in Reading and additional offices across the region, this consultancy offers exposure to a variety of projects and a collaborative environment to further develop your planning career.
 
The Role
Working within a team of planning professionals, you'll play an active role in supporting projects from early site appraisal through to application and appeal stages.
Your responsibilities will include:
·Preparing planning reports and supporting documentation
·Undertaking site appraisals and feasibility assessments
·Conducting planning policy research
·Monitoring planning applications and tracking progress
·Liaising with clients and external consultants
·Assisting with project management across planning projects
·Checking policy matters for planning statements and appeals
·Lodging planning appeals
 
The ideal candidate will:
·Have around 2 years' planning experience
·Have experience within either the private sector or a Local Planning Authority
·Demonstrate a good understanding of the UK planning system and application process
·Be professional, prepared, and engaged when interacting with colleagues and clients
·Be keen to learn, develop, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Salary & Benefits
·Salary: Circa £30,000 (depending on experience)
·4 days per week in the office, with Fridays working from home
·Annual pay reviews
·Bonus scheme
·Car allowance
·Private medical cover (after 6 months)
·Pension scheme
·Opportunity to be part of a larger group with strong backing and career progression
This is an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner looking to build their career within a supportive consultancy, gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of planning projects.
 
If this sounds of interest, apply to day with your CV and contact Tullula Farrell on 02393 876 021 to avoid missing out.