Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Job Title:

Associate Town Planner

Location:

Stratford-upon-Avon

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and collaborative team of planning and development professionals, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. The team provides expert advice on a wide range of schemes including residential, mixed-use, regeneration, and strategic land development, supporting clients from early feasibility through to planning consent and implementation.

You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, combining technical excellence with a commercially focused approach. This is a key senior appointment offering genuine influence over project delivery and the continued growth of the regional team.

• Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to determination
• Provide strategic planning advice on land promotion, development potential, and site appraisals
• Prepare, manage, and submit complex planning applications and appeals
• Draft high-quality planning statements, reports, and representations for Local Plan processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders
• Support and contribute to business development and the generation of new opportunities
• Oversee and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional development
• Represent clients at meetings, hearings, and examinations where required

• Proven experience at Senior Planner or Associate Planner level within consultancy, local authority, or development environment
• RTPI accredited degree with Chartered Membership (or working towards)
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, policy, and development management processes
• Demonstrable experience delivering and managing complex planning projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business growth
• A proactive, motivated, and collaborative approach

This role is based in the Stratford-upon-Avon office, with hybrid working available. The organisation promotes flexibility and trust, allowing individuals to manage their working patterns effectively while maintaining strong team collaboration.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and expanding consultancy, working on high-quality and meaningful development projects across the UK.