Senior Planner

Position: Senior Planner (Permanent)
Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career within a respected, forward-thinking rural property consultancy? I'm currently partnering with a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary practice that is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to strengthen its growing planning team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner who enjoys working across diverse rural, residential, and mixed-use projects - and who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

The Opportunity

You'll be joining an established planning team with a strong reputation in the rural sector. The role offers real variety, autonomy, and the chance to work closely with landowners, estates, and private clients on a wide range of projects across the UK.

From strategic land promotion to heritage and diversification schemes, you'll play a key role in delivering planning strategies that unlock value and drive sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals

Preparing planning appraisals, strategy reports, and policy reviews

Leading client meetings and providing clear, commercially sound advice

Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders

Supporting junior team members and contributing to team development

Identifying business development opportunities and strengthening client relationships

About You

MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership)

Demonstrable experience in town planning (private consultancy or local authority)

Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Commercial awareness and client-facing confidence

Ability to manage projects independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Experience with in rural, estate, or agricultural planning would be highly advantageous, though not essential.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Supportive and collaborative culture

Clear career progression pathway

Opportunity to work on unique and meaningful rural projects

Professional development and CPD support

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Senior Planner seeking more autonomy, responsibility, and long-term progression within a respected consultancy environment.

If you'd like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion