Town Planner

📍 Birmingham, UK

The Opportunity

An established private sector planning consultancy in Birmingham is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing team. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, commercially focused environment with exposure to a wide range of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

You’ll be joining a collaborative team with a strong reputation in the market, offering clear progression pathways and the chance to take on increasing responsibility as your experience develops.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support and manage projects from early-stage site appraisal through to planning applications and appeals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing planning statements, reports, and supporting documentation
• Undertaking site appraisals and feasibility assessments
• Advising clients on planning strategy and development potential
• Managing and submitting planning applications
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and external consultants
• Monitoring application progress and negotiating with stakeholders
• Supporting and preparing planning appeals where required

About You

• 2–4 years’ experience in Town Planning
• Background in either private consultancy or a Local Planning Authority
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and commercially aware

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: £32,000 – £40,000
• Hybrid working (typically 3–4 days in the office)
• Structured career progression and mentoring support
• Exposure to high-quality, varied projects
• Bonus scheme
• Pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Ongoing professional development support (including RTPI)