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Job Title: Town Planner or Senior Town Planner
Location: Norwich
About the Role
Join a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary consultancy dedicated to delivering high-quality planning, design, and environmental services across the UK. With a focus on regional expertise, specialised knowledge, and strong client relationships, we are expanding our team with professionals passionate about shaping spaces for the better and adding social and environmental value.
We provide a diverse, entrepreneurial work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and career development.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner with strong commercial awareness and technical proficiency to lead key client projects and provide in-depth planning expertise. This position involves managing projects, delivering client-focused planning solutions, and supporting the team's technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Engagement: Serve as the primary contact, delivering planning advice and guiding projects from inception to completion.
- Team Development: Supervise and mentor team members, supporting professional growth and technical excellence.
- Business Development: Contribute to business development efforts through participation in bids and project proposals.
- Project Oversight: Manage project segments, meeting deadlines and budget goals, and ensuring high-quality delivery.
- Application Submissions: Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and pre-application inquiries while conducting thorough site appraisals.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with community members, committees, contractors, and stakeholders to secure positive project outcomes.
- Innovative Solutions: Continuously improve services and outcomes through creative and efficient approaches to client needs.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Planning or a related field.
- Professional Membership: Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or working towards it is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum two years in a relevant planning role within the public or private sector.
If you're ready to contribute to impactful projects within a supportive and inclusive consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
