Town Planner

Town Planner OR Senior Town Planner

Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Office-based with site visits as required
Contract: Full-time, permanent (part-time considered - please enquire)

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting time to join a well-established, owner-managed Town Planning Consultancy that is entering a new phase of growth. You will be joining a close-knit team of six highly credible, passionate professionals who take real pride in the work they deliver and the reputation they have built.

The team are not only successful in what they do, but genuinely invested in bringing someone on board who wants to be part of their journey. You'll be supported, trusted, and encouraged to develop - with a clear path for personal career growth as the business continues to expand.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Town Planning professional to support and deliver a range of planning applications and appeals across small-scale and minor developments.

This is an open-level opportunity - suitable for a Planner with at least one year's experience, or a more experienced individual ready to step in at Senior level. The scope of the role and level of responsibility will be shaped around your experience.

There is a genuine commitment to your long-term development, with the opportunity to progress towards Principal level and beyond as the business grows.

Please note: This role is not suitable for recent graduates. A minimum of one year's Town Planning experience (public or private sector) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and support planning applications and appeals
• Liaise with clients, Local Planning Authorities, and key stakeholders
• Undertake research into planning policy, site history, and constraints
• Draft planning appraisals, statements, and representations
• Advise on planning conditions and post-decision matters
• Support Local Plan site promotions and monitoring
• Work collaboratively with colleagues on more complex schemes

Senior-Level Experience (Desirable / Salary-Influencing)

• Managing projects with minimal supervision
• Leading planning strategies and advising on appeals
• Involvement in Local Plan promotions or land supply work
• Attending external meetings and committees
• Demonstrating commercial awareness, including fee management

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of Town Planning experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Confidence working with LPAs and stakeholders
• Working towards RTPI membership
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word essential)

What's on Offer

• Salary 30,000 - 45,000 (dependent on experience)
• Bespoke career progression aligned to your ambition and capability
• Fully supported RTPI qualification and ongoing CPD
• Increasing responsibility as your experience grows
• A supportive, collaborative and genuinely invested team environment

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service, up to 30 days)
• Additional leave between Christmas and New Year
• Your birthday off
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Employer pension contribution (3%)
• Annual health reward voucher
• RTPI subscription and CPD support (up to 2 days annually)
• Free on-site parking
• Breakfast provisions available in the office
• Relaxed breakout space away from desks
• Dog-friendly, modern open-plan office
• Town centre location with excellent local amenities

Please either apply here, or call Emma Tarbox, in confidence to discuss this career building opportunity.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.