Town Planner



Ipswich, Suffolk



Competitive Salary + Benefits + Career Progression

Our client is a well-established and highly respected property and building consultancy operating across East Anglia. Due to continued growth within their Planning team, they are seeking a Town Planner (ideally Chartered) to join their Ipswich office.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a multidisciplinary practice offering planning, architecture, surveying and development consultancy services across a broad range of residential, commercial, agricultural and mixed-use projects. The business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice and securing successful planning outcomes throughout the region.

Working as part of an experienced consultancy team, you will provide planning advice and project management support across a varied portfolio of developments. The role offers exposure to planning applications, appeals, site promotions, local plan representations and wider strategic planning projects.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing planning applications from inception through to determination
• Preparing planning statements, supporting documentation and development appraisals
• Providing strategic planning advice to private and commercial clients
• Liaising with local authorities, consultees and stakeholders
• Supporting planning appeals and enforcement matters
• Assisting with land promotion and Local Plan representation work
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to business development and team growth initiatives

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• MRTPI status (or be working towards chartership with significant relevant experience)
• Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or multidisciplinary property environment
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy framework
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills
• Experience managing client relationships and multiple projects simultaneously
• A proactive and commercially aware approach
• Full UK driving licence

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across East Anglia
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary environment
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and CPD support
• Flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits package

This position would suit an ambitious Chartered Town Planner looking to develop their career within a growing consultancy that combines strong regional presence, technical expertise and an excellent reputation for delivering successful planning outcomes.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact us today.