Town Planner

Position: Town Planner (Permanent)
Town Planner - Rural Planning Consultancy

Location:

Knutsford
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

Employment Type:

Full-time, permanent

I'm partnering with a well-established rural planning consultancy that supports landowners, farmers, and rural businesses across the UK. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, specialising in agricultural, equestrian, and rural development projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their friendly and dedicated team.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will:

Manage a varied caseload of rural and agricultural planning projects

Prepare and submit planning applications, appraisals, and supporting reports

Undertake site visits and liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders

Provide clear, accurate planning guidance tailored to rural land use and development

Support senior planners on more complex schemes, with the opportunity to progress quickly

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Has a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

Is MRTPI qualified or working toward chartership

Has experience in a planning consultancy or local authority (rural/agricultural experience is a bonus but not essential)

Can manage projects independently and communicate confidently with clients

Enjoys variety and has a genuine interest in rural development

Why Join?

Work with a respected rural consultancy known for high-quality service

Supportive environment with real opportunities for progression

Flexible working arrangements

Exposure to diverse, interesting rural projects

Friendly, down-to-earth team culture

If you're a motivated planner looking to develop your career within a specialist rural environment, I'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch