Town Planner

Town Planner - Specialist Chartered Surveying Consultancy
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
The Opportunity
On behalf of a well-respected Chartered Surveying practice, we are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their established team in Lancashire. This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified planner or graduate with an RTPI-accredited degree who is eager to develop within a specialist consultancy environment.
You'll gain hands-on experience across a broad mix of planning projects - residential, rural, commercial, and mixed-use - with the support of experienced surveyors and planning professionals.
The Role
As part of the consultancy's planning team, you will:

• Support senior planners in preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Undertake research, policy reviews, and site appraisals to inform planning advice.
• Draft planning statements, design and access statements, and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to development plans and local plan representations.
• Attend site visits, client meetings, and consultation events.
• Gain valuable exposure to the wider surveying and land management services provided by the practice.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred).
• Recently graduated, newly qualified, or early-career planner looking to take the next step.
• Strong written, analytical, and communication skills.
• A collaborative, proactive approach with a genuine enthusiasm for planning consultancy.
• Keen to work towards chartered RTPI membership.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

Why This Role?

• Join a specialist chartered surveying consultancy with a strong reputation and varied client base.
• Work on diverse and high-quality projects across Lancashire and beyond.
• Structured training and professional development support, including RTPI chartership.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive, close-knit team environment with real opportunities for progression.