Town Planner | Senior Planner

Job Title: Town Planner

Location: Wetherby

This is an exciting opportunity for a Town Planner to join a successful and growing development business, playing a key role in securing planning permissions and supporting the delivery of residential developments across the region. The successful candidate will gain exposure to the full development lifecycle, working closely with land, technical, and commercial teams.

As a Town Planner, you will be responsible for managing planning projects from site appraisal through to planning permission and delivery.

Working within the land and planning team, you will provide planning advice on current and future development opportunities, helping to maximise the potential of residential sites and support the company's growth strategy.

• Managing planning applications from submission through to determination
• Supporting the promotion of residential development sites through the Local Plan process
• Undertaking planning appraisals and site assessments
• Preparing planning strategies and coordinating consultant teams
• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
• Monitoring planning policy developments and emerging Local Plans
• Supporting land acquisition activities through planning due diligence
• Attending project meetings, consultations, and site visits

• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
• Experience with in a planning consultancy, house builder, developer, or local authority environment
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and residential development process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and project management abilities
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work for a successful and growing house builder
• Exposure to the full development lifecycle
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
• Varied and interesting residential development projects