At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead diverse planning projects and provide expert advice to clients.
- Company: Dynamic planning consultancy in Sheffield with a collaborative team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, hybrid working, and generous leave.
- Other info: Great career progression and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities and shape the future of urban development.
- Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning and experience in planning consultancy or local authority.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Town Planner to join our growing planning team in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to lead a diverse portfolio of projects, provide expert planning advice, and support clients through all stages of the development process.
The successful candidate will work across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use, renewable energy, and strategic land, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful planning outcomes across Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and the wider North of England.
- Manage a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception through to completion.
- Prepare, coordinate, and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation.
- Undertake planning appraisals and provide strategic planning advice to clients.
- Liaise with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, stakeholders, and community groups.
- Prepare planning statements, policy reviews, site assessments, and representations to local plans.
- Monitor changes in planning legislation and policy, ensuring advice remains current and commercially relevant.
- Mentor and support junior planners, assisting with their professional development.
- Represent clients at planning committees, hearings, public consultations, and inquiries where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with architects, engineers, environmental consultants, and other specialists to achieve project objectives.
Requirements:
- Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
- Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI), or working towards chartership with significant post-qualification experience.
- Proven experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or property development environment.
- Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, planning policy, and development management.
- Experience managing planning applications and appeals.
- Excellent report writing and communication skills.
- Strong project management and organisational abilities.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Knowledge of planning in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and the wider Yorkshire and North of England region.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Hybrid and flexible working.
- Pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
- Professional membership fees paid.
- Continued professional development and training.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
Senior Planner/Town Planner in Sheffield employer: Vivid Resourcing
Join a dynamic and ambitious transport planning team in London, where you will have the opportunity to work on diverse major development projects while enjoying a collaborative work culture that values professional growth. With clear progression opportunities, support for further qualifications, and a hybrid working model, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their career as a Principal Transport Planner or Associate. Experience a supportive environment that encourages mentoring and the development of junior colleagues, all while engaging with key stakeholders across the vibrant city of London.
