Senior Town Planner

Location: Warwickshire
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

A highly regarded planning and development consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to join its established team in Warwickshire.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planner seeking greater project responsibility, direct client exposure, and a clear pathway for career progression within a growing and respected consultancy.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary planning team, you will manage a varied portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use sectors, providing strategic planning advice and overseeing applications from inception through to determination.

You will play a key role in client management, project delivery, and supporting junior team members while contributing to the continued growth of the business.

• Managing a range of planning applications, appeals, and development proposals
• Preparing planning strategies, appraisals, and supporting documentation
• Providing clear and commercially focused planning advice to clients
• Building and maintaining relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams
• Leading project meetings and representing clients where required
• Monitoring changes in planning policy and legislation
• Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team
• Assisting with business development activities and client acquisition opportunities

The successful candidate will possess:

• MRTPI status (or be working towards final accreditation)
• A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Proven planning experience within either a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and strong client-facing abilities
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• A diverse and high-quality project portfolio
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Professional development and continued RTPI support
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Comprehensive benefits package

This role presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated planning professional to join a well-established consultancy with an enviable reputation and a strong pipeline of exciting projects across the Midlands and beyond.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to apply, please submit your CV today.