Town Planner - Bedford

Salary £30k-£40k (DOE) Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning

Town Planner – Bedford

Location: Bedford

Experience Required: Minimum 2 years’ UK planning experience

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established private planning consultancy in Bedford, who are looking to appoint a Town Planner with a minimum of 2 years’ experience to join their growing team.

This role is ideal for a planner who has gained strong technical experience and client exposure and is now looking to progress their career within a commercially focused consultancy environment.

The Role

You will work on a varied portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial and mixed-use sectors, supporting clients from early-stage site appraisals through to planning determination.

• Preparing and managing planning applications and pre-application submissions
• Providing planning advice to private sector clients and developers
• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and stakeholders
• Assisting with appeals, planning statements and development strategies
• Supporting senior planners on larger and more complex projects

Candidate Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience in UK town planning within a consultancy or local authority
• Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Working towards MRTPI or already chartered
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
• Confident communicator with good report-writing skills
• Organised, commercially aware and proactive

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear and structured career progression
• Full support towards MRTPI and CPD
• Exposure to a wide range of private-sector clients and projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Please contact: 01792 940004.