Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Oxford (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: -35,000 - -45,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Town Planner to join a well-established and respected planning consultancy in Oxford.

I''m currently working with a thriving independent planning practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work across a broad mix of sectors including residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments. This is an exciting time to come on board as the team continues to grow, bringing in new work from both longstanding and newly secured clients across Oxfordshire and the wider South East.

You''ll be joining a supportive, close-knit team where you''ll play a key role in managing planning applications, appeals, site appraisals, and client relationships. The role offers a genuine opportunity to take on responsibility from day one while being mentored by experienced senior planners who are passionate about professional development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Planner or recently promoted Senior Planner looking for greater autonomy, a better work/life balance, and a direct pathway for career progression.

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals

• Conducting site visits and delivering detailed planning appraisals

• Liaising with clients, local authorities, and external consultants

• Supporting senior team members with complex projects

• Keeping up to date with changes in planning legislation and policy

• RTPI accredited degree and full or working towards MRTPI status

• 2+ years'' experience in a planning consultancy or local authority

• Strong report writing and communication skills

• Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines

• A team player with a proactive attitude and commercial awareness

• Competitive salary based on experience (-35-45k)

• Hybrid working options (typically 2-3 days in office)

• Clear progression structure with regular reviews

• Flexible working hours

• A friendly, collaborative culture and a focus on wellbeing

• Ongoing CPD support and full RTPI fees paid

Whether you''re currently in the private or public sector, if you''re looking to take the next step in your planning career with a consultancy that values integrity, autonomy, and growth, this could be the right move for you. Please call Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)