A Senior Planner position is available in Exeter with RGB Recruitment, offering a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 per annum depending on experience. This full-time role may also be based in Cornwall. You will join an established independent consultancy, leading a diverse portfolio spanning residential, commercial, leisure, renewable energy, and heritage sectors. The position suits an ambitious MRTPI-qualified professional ready to take ownership of projects, manage client relationships, and support business growth. Working within a collaborative team, you will handle complex applications, provide strategic advice, and mentor junior staff.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior / Associate Planner to join a well-established independent planning consultancy based in their Exeter or Cornwall offices. Working as part of an experienced and collaborative team, you'll take the lead on a varied portfolio of planning projects across the residential, commercial, leisure, renewable energy and heritage sectors. This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious MRTPI Planner looking to step into a senior role where they can take ownership of projects, build long-term client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
Senior Planner, Exeter, £40k - £50k DOE. This could also be based in the Cornwall offices.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead a diverse range of planning projects from inception through to determination
- Prepare planning appraisals, planning applications and appeals
- Provide commercially focused planning advice to a wide variety of clients
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Attend client meetings, Planning Committees and public consultations where required
- Contribute towards business development and generating new opportunities
- Mentor junior members of the team where appropriate
Requirements
- MRTPI qualified
- Strong planning experience gained within either consultancy or Local Authority
- Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system
- Experience preparing planning applications and appeals
- Commercial awareness and strong communication skills
- Ability to manage your own workload and client relationships
- Full UK Driving Licence
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Private healthcare
- Company pension
- Paid RTPI membership
- Generous annual leave
- Supportive and flexible working environment
- Genuine opportunities for career progression
- The chance to work on a varied and high quality portfolio of projects across the South West
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