Senior Town Planner – Cheltenham

Salary: £40,000–£50,000 + Hybrid Working

An established and growing planning consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner to join its team in Cheltenham.

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a varied portfolio of projects, work closely with clients and play an important role in the continued growth of the planning team.

The Role:

• Managing a varied range of planning applications from initial appraisal through to determination.

• Preparing Planning Statements, planning appraisals and supporting documentation.

• Providing commercially focused planning advice and developing effective planning strategies.

• Liaising and negotiating with local planning authorities, clients and wider project teams.

• Coordinating multidisciplinary consultants and managing projects independently.

• Supporting and mentoring more junior members of the team.

What They're Looking For:

• Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority.

• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and relevant planning policy.

• Confidence managing projects and advising clients independently.

• MRTPI status would be advantageous, although candidates working towards Chartership will also be considered.

What's on Offer:

• Salary of £40,000–£50,000, depending on experience, qualifications and MRTPI status.

• Hybrid working.

• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of interesting projects.

• A supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development and progression.

Interested in finding out more?

Feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Sam Godsall
Head of Town Planning Recruitment – Zodiac Recruitment
[email protected]