Senior Transport Planner (Progression Opportunity) (Permanent) in Surrey, Woking

Job Description Senior Transport Planner Job Title: Senior Transport Planner An exciting opportunity has arisen to meet the growing portfolio of transport planning projects within one of the UK's leading independent consultancies. Mayer Brown is a specialist design practice with an integrated approach supporting our clients on projects from conception, through consent and during construction. Our holistic approach ensures both innovative and deliverable design solutions and supports our vision to create better places through good design. The role will require working across a range of different projects although the focus will initially be on meeting our commitments on developing planning projects ranging from the development of movement strategies to support the master planning of strategic sites through to supporting reserved matters applications. As a Senior Transport Planning Consultant at Mayer Brown, you will play a key role in shaping our projects and driving projects forward. Prepare technical reports, including Access Appraisals, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and WCHAR / ATZ Assessments and Reviews. Carry out junction capacity modelling and initial CAD design work, including Swept Path Analysis. Liaise with stakeholders, external project team members and clients. Work collaboratively with other Transport Planning team members within Mayer Brown as required. We are seeking a highly capable and adaptable Senior Transport Planner with exceptional intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility. Strong analytical and numeracy skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, are essential, along with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to convey complex transport issues in an authoritative yet accessible manner to a diverse range of stakeholders. A creative mindset, particularly in producing professional marketing and promotional materials, would be advantageous. Additionally, you will be self-motivated, able to conduct independent research, and produce high-quality reports with minimal supervision. Geography, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Planning, Transport Planning) preferred but not essential. Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Transport Planner with a commitment to CPD. Growing professional network with established client contacts, ideally in south-west region. Experience managing small-scale projects from initiation to successful completion. Proficient in preparing feasibility studies, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, and Travel Plans, with CAD capability as a bonus. experience with LinSig, GIS, or Microsimulation is a plus. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package, with leave increasing the longer you are with us. A tailored development program through the Transport Planning Society, including funding and mentoring, as you work towards Chartership. Flexibility to find a working style that suits you, promoting a work-life balance. A role in a company that enables you to develop the career you desire in Transport Planning. Full-time (although potential for part-time working for right candidate) Additional Pay: ~ Bonus scheme Casual dress Company pension Employee mentoring programme Life insurance Sick pay Work from home Monday to Friday UK Transport Planning: 2 years (required)