Senior Town Planner

Senior Town Planner
Planning Consultancy - East Kent
Salary:
Up to £47,000 per annum, dependent on experience
 
Carrington West is working with a newly established consultancy in Kent that is in the process of building a brand-new Planning team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to play a key role in shaping the planning function from an early stage and to help establish best practice within a growing business.
 
The Opportunity
Our client is launching a dedicated planning team as part of their wider consultancy offering and is seeking an experienced planner to support its development. The role will involve working on a diverse portfolio of projects of varying scale, providing the chance to take ownership of schemes while contributing to the growth and direction of a new team.
 
This position would suit a planner looking to take the next step in their career and gain exposure to a broader, more strategic role within a forward-thinking consultancy environment.
 
Projects will vary in size and complexity, offering a balanced and engaging workload.

Key Responsibilities

· Managing planning applications from inception through to determination

· Leading projects independently and supporting the wider team on more complex schemes

· Preparing planning statements, appeals and supporting documentation

· Providing planning advice to clients and project teams

· Undertaking site appraisals and development assessments

· Attending client meetings and liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and stakeholders

· Contributing to the development and growth of the new planning team

· Monitoring and interpreting planning policy and legislative changes
Candidate Requirements

· Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

· MRTPI chartered or working towards accreditation

· Proven experience within a consultancy or local authority planning role
What's on Offer

· Salary up to £47,000 per annum, dependent on experience

· Opportunity to join and help shape a brand-new planning team

· Exposure to a varied project portfolio across multiple sectors

· Clear scope for progression within a growing consultancy

· Supportive and collaborative working environment
 
To find out more or to apply, please contact:
Georgia Cookson
(phone number removed)
(url removed)
 
Job Reference Number: 62982