Senior / Principal Town Planner in West Midlands

Senior / Principal Town Planner in West Midlands

Full-Time 42750 - 52250 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting planning projects and develop innovative solutions for diverse developments.
  • Company: Reputable independent planning consultancy with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive salary, 25 days leave, and professional development support.
  • Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for mentorship and career progression.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on community development while advancing your career in planning.
  • Qualifications: MRTPI-accredited planner with strong private sector experience and problem-solving skills.

The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 Β£ per year.

Our client is a well established independent planning consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of development projects. Operating from multiple offices, the consultancy works on residential, commercial, retail and strategic land schemes, ranging from large scale regeneration projects to bespoke heritage developments. The team provides a full planning consultancy service, including site appraisals, planning strategy, feasibility advice, design input and local plan representations. Known for its collaborative and client focused approach, the business offers a supportive working environment where planners are encouraged to take ownership of projects, develop their expertise and contribute to innovative planning solutions.

Requirements

  • MRTPI-accredited planner with strong private sector experience and knowledge of the local authority planning process.
  • Proven ability to manage complex planning applications, including outline, full and reserved matters submissions.
  • Experience preparing high-quality planning statements, Statements of Community Involvement, and other supporting planning documentation with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent understanding of the development management and local plan process, with the ability to undertake site appraisals and provide strategic planning advice.
  • Experience representing planning proposals at planning committees and managing planning appeals, including hearings and public inquiries.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative planning strategies, alongside a willingness to mentor and support junior colleagues.

What's on Offer

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement alongside a competitive benefits package that includes a pension scheme.
  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • An additional office closure over the Christmas and New Year period.
  • The business is committed to supporting ongoing professional development through CPD and further training, with genuine opportunities for career progression.

Senior / Principal Town Planner in West Midlands employer: Energy Jobline ZR

Energy Jobline ZR is an excellent employer for Structural Engineers, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Shoreditch. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, employees benefit from competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on exciting projects from concept to completion within a supportive team environment.

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Contact Details:

Energy Jobline ZR Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior / Principal Town Planner in West Midlands

MRTPI Accreditation
Private Sector Experience
Local Authority Planning Process Knowledge
Complex Planning Application Management
High-Quality Planning Statement Preparation
Statements of Community Involvement Preparation
Development Management Understanding