Town Planner to Associate Planner

Town Planner – Associate Planner | Gatwick | Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy
Salary:
Competitive (dependent on experience) + comprehensive benefits package

My client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy with a strong presence across the South of England. Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are seeking to appoint a Town Planner at Planner to Associate level to join their rapidly growing Gatwick team.

About the Role

You will join a fast-paced and supportive team working across a broad mix of projects such as Residential developments (single dwellings through to strategic schemes of up to several thousand!), Education projects, Commercial development, Strategic land and promotion work.

The successful candidate will lead small to medium-sized projects from inception through to completion, while also supporting on larger-scale strategic schemes across the wider portfolio. You will liaise directly with clients and local authorities, attend and contribute to client meetings, and manage key stakeholder engagement throughout the planning process.

The role will require coordination with external consultants and collaboration with the in-house multi-disciplinary team, ensuring effective and commercially focused project delivery across a diverse range of developments throughout the South of England.

This role offers genuine responsibility, strong client exposure and the opportunity to develop commercially as a planning consultant within a growing office environment.

Person Specification

* RTPI qualified (or eligible to submit)

* Several years town planning experience

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail

* Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines

* Commercial awareness and interest in development

* Full UK driving licence

Working Environment & Culture

* Established Gatwick office with a collaborative team

* Exposure to varied and high-quality project work

* Close integration with in-house multi-disciplinary specialists

* Clear progression opportunities within an expanding team

* Supportive leadership and structured professional development

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary

* Bonus scheme

* Pension

* Professional membership support

* Gym membership

* On-site breakfast and refreshments

* Cycle to work and tech scheme

* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Life assurance

* Ongoing training and development with support to achieve long-term career goals

How to Apply

This is a strong opportunity for a Town Planner seeking broader project exposure, responsibility, and long-term progression within a growing consultancy environment.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Matt Fraser directly