Town Planner

Job title: Town Planner Location: Newcastle Salary: Competitive We're working with a highly respected independent planning consultancy looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their growing Newcastle office. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner with consultancy or local authority experience who is looking to work on a broad range of high–profile projects across the North East and wider UK. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and well–established team advising on a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed–use, leisure and regeneration schemes. You'll be involved in all aspects of the planning process, from preparing applications and planning appraisals through to managing client relationships and supporting project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Preparing and submitting planning applications and appealsUndertaking site appraisals and planning researchLiaising with clients, local authorities and key stakeholdersAssisting with strategic planning advice and project deliverySupporting senior team members on major development projectsAttending meetings, committee hearings and public consultations where requiredRequirements: Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related disciplineMRTPI qualified or working towards chartershipPrevious experience within a consultancy or local authority environmentStrong report writing and communication skillsCommercial awareness and a proactive approach to client serviceAbility to manage workloads and deadlines effectivelyWhat's on Offer: Competitive salary and benefits packageHybrid and flexible working arrangementsClear progression opportunities within a growing teamExposure to high–quality projects across multiple sectorsSupportive and collaborative working cultureProfessional development and continued MRTPI supportThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career with a respected consultancy offering genuine progression and varied project exposure in Newcastle. For a confidential discussion or to find out more, please get in touch.