Senior Town Planner in Reading

Senior Town Planner in Reading

Reading Full-Time 40000 - 50000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage planning projects, prepare applications, and support major residential and commercial developments.
  • Company: Join a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Reading with a collaborative team culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a flexible working model with exposure to diverse projects and a competitive salary package.
  • Other info: The position supports mentoring junior planners and contributes to team financial performance.
  • Why this job: This role offers strategic involvement and client exposure within a respected consultancy environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in private consultancy, strong UK planning knowledge, and project management skills are required.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 Β£ per year.

A specialist UK recruiter is pleased to present an exciting opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to join their established and growing team in Reading.

The Role

  • Be involved in land promotion and the preparation of planning applications
  • Assist with and manage your own planning projects
  • Undertake planning appraisals and manage appeals
  • Support major schemes across large-scale residential and commercial developments
  • Work on renewable energy and battery storage projects
  • Contribute to water infrastructure and educational developments
  • Support smaller rural and mixed-use schemes

You will also play an important role in:

  • Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Supporting the growth of targeted development sectors
  • Contributing to team financial performance and wider business objectives
  • Providing guidance and mentoring to junior colleagues

About You

  • Has experience within private consultancy or a similar environment
  • Is confident managing projects and building client relationships
  • Has strong knowledge of the UK planning system and policy framework
  • Is motivated to contribute to team growth and sector development
  • Enjoys mentoring and supporting junior planners

What's On Offer

  • Flexible working model (4 days office/site/meetings)
  • Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio
  • Clear progression within a well-established consultancy
  • Collaborative team culture across Reading and Oxford
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Planner seeking greater responsibility, client exposure and strategic involvement within a highly respected consultancy environment.

Senior Town Planner in Reading employer: The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited

This well-established consultancy in Reading offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The team focuses on diverse projects, including renewable energy and educational developments, fostering a collaborative culture across Reading and Oxford.

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Town Planner in Reading

Project Management
Client Relationship Management
Knowledge of UK Planning System
Planning Application Preparation
Land Promotion
Planning Appraisals
Appeal Management