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Senior Town Planner

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 38,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Senior Town Planner - Cheltenham
 £Competitive + bonus + excellent benefits | Hybrid working

An established and growing independent planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham.

Operating across the South West and wider UK, this highly respected consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused, pragmatic planning advice across a diverse portfolio of projects. Their work spans residential, commercial, rural and regeneration schemes, supporting clients from initial site appraisal through to securing planning permission and beyond.

The Opportunity

This is a key hire within a collaborative and expanding team, offering the chance to take ownership of projects while contributing to the continued growth of the business.

You will:

Lead and manage a variety of planning projects from inception to determination
Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation
Provide clear, commercially minded planning advice to clients
Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams
Support junior team members and contribute to their development
Play a role in client relationship management and business developmentThe role offers exposure to a broad mix of work, from strategic land promotion through to detailed applications and regeneration schemes, reflecting the consultancy's wide-ranging client base.

About You

MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
Proven experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and processes
Confident project management and client-facing skills
Commercially aware with a solutions-focused mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Why Apply?

Join a well-established consultancy with a strong reputation for securing successful planning outcomes
Work within a personable, collaborative team that values integrity, innovation, and high-quality advice
Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio across multiple sectors
Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
Flexible working and a supportive, professional cultureThe business prides itself on its hands-on approach, strong client relationships, and consistent track record of delivering results across complex planning challenges.

Interested?

If you're a driven planner looking to step into a senior role with greater responsibility and career progression, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

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