MorePeople
Town Planner
Town Planner at MorePeople, based in Birmingham, West Midlands, paying £40,000 - £49,999 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £40,000 - £49,999 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Local Government
Bang in line with the market for local government
Reference 5419328012
About the role
Senior Planner Fancy working somewhere that gives you the backing of a multidisciplinary consultancy, without feeling like a small cog in a huge machine? This is an opportunity to join a growing planning–led consultancy where planners are at the centre of projects, working alongside in–house specialists across ecology, heritage, landscape, architecture and environmental disciplines. You'll have the chance to work on a varied portfolio of residential, commercial, infrastructure and environmental projects while taking ownership of your own clients and developments. We are looking for a Senior Planner, either chartered, or working towards chartership, with a couple of years in industry. The Role Manage planning applications, appeals and pre–application enquiriesUndertake planning appraisals and site assessmentsPrepare planning statements, reports and strategic planning adviceLiaise with local authorities, consultees and project teamsManage client relationships and support project deliveryMentor junior planners and contribute to team developmentSupport fee proposals and new business opportunities About You MRTPI qualified or working towards chartershipExperience within either consultancy or local authority planningStrong understanding of the UK planning systemExcellent communication and report writing skillsCommercially aware with strong stakeholder management skills What's on Offer? Hybrid and flexible workingGenuine progression opportunitiesProtected CPD and professional membership supportExposure to a wide range of planning projects and sectorsCollaborative, multidisciplinary working environmentPrivate medical insurance following probationThis is an excellent opportunity for a Planner looking to step up, or an established Senior Planner seeking greater project ownership, broader sector exposure and a clear pathway for career progression.
Reference: 5419328012 · Posted 1 hour ago · Closes 9 Dec 2026 · Listed via MorePeople
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