Planners, Government, Civil Engineering

Planners

Starting salary £30,780 - £46,269 per annum depending on level, plus essential user car allowance

Full‑time, 37 hours per week with flexible, hybrid working arrangements

Based at King’s Court Council Offices, King’s Lynn

Help Shape the Future of West Norfolk – Join Our Planning Team.

Are you looking for a fresh challenge for the New Year? If you are ready to make a real impact on one of the most diverse and historic boroughs, then we have opportunities for you. From the bustling market towns of King’s Lynn, Downham Market and Hunstanton to the stunning Norfolk Coast National Landscape and the Fens, our area offers a unique blend of urban, rural, and coastal to get involved with.

We also have 48 Conservation Areas with over 2000 Listed Buildings along with stunning historic estates such as Sandringham and Houghton.

You could join our supportive and forward‑thinking Council whether you are a recent graduate and as well as working, would like to train to be a planner or you have a planning degree and starting your career or you are an experienced professional. You will be able to work on a wide range of projects, from housing and regeneration to conservation, coastal planning, and major developments, helping us balance growth with the preservation of our unique heritage.

Our Borough offers a wide range of planning issues in which you will become involved and contribute to your continuing professional development.

As Graduate Planner (starting salary £30,780 to £37,068) – you will be fully qualified (with an RTPI accredited degree) and limited experience, or you will need to undertake a formal planning degree qualification alongside gaining relevant experience. For both routes, you can progress through to Planner, then Senior Planner.

As Planner (starting salary £38,268 to £46,269) – you will hold a degree in Town Planning with at least two years relevant experience, eligible for full Membership of the RTPI, and looking to take on more complex casework and appeals.

At whichever level you join us, we can help you to grow your skills in a dynamic and collaborative environment. With our Planner Progression Scheme, you will be supported to develop professionally and progress your career through to Senior Planner within the team. We are looking for team players with strong communication skills and a passion for planning.

We are committed to supporting and developing our staff and promote a good work life balance with hybrid working arrangements and a flexible working scheme. We also offer a competitive salary, performance related pay, generous annual leave including office closure between Christmas and New Year, local government pension scheme, employee benefits scheme, and RTPI subscription payment.

Closing date: 28 January 2026.

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