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Senior/Principal Town Planner
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Shrewsbury
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Senior / Principal Town Planner
Location: Shropshire
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + Benefits
About the Role
You'll be joining a thriving, multi-disciplinary based in their Shrewsbury office, you'll work alongside planners, surveyors, archaeologists, engineers, and architects. You'll get to work on a diverse range of projects ranging from sustainable urban extensions and solar farms to heritage barn conversions. You'll manage your own caseload, lead and support cross-disciplinary teams, and develop specialist skills in areas that interest you most.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Senior or Principal Town Planner, you'll take ownership of a wide variety of planning projects and provide expert advice to clients and stakeholders. You will:
·Prepare detailed Planning Statements and Planning Strategies
·Advise clients on Statutory Consents and planning approaches
·Coordinate planning application submissions and support appeals
·Lead Call for Sites submissions and land promotion opportunities
You'll be in regular contact with clients and Local Planning Authorities, using your initiative, communication, and negotiation skills daily.
What You'll Bring
You'll already have experience in planning either from a local authority or private sector background. You'll be someone who listens, anticipates client needs, and provides proactive, thoughtful advice.
You will also have:
·A postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
·RTPI membership or equivalent professional accreditation
·A solid understanding of the UK planning system
·Confidence in leading projects and delivering quality advice
·A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits
Hours: 37.5 per week, worked flexibly Monday to Friday.
What You'll Get
You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team that values your wellbeing and supports your professional growth. You'll have the freedom to shape your career while working on projects that make a difference.
In return, you'll receive:
·A competitive salary reflective of your experience and skills
·Private healthcare for all employees
·35 days' holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata)
·Potential discretionary bonus
·Enhanced workplace pension (via NEST)
How to Apply
Please send your CV to Georgia Cookson at Carrington West or call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
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