Senior / Principal Town Planner
Location: Herefordshire
Salary: Up to 拢55,000 per annum + Benefits
About the Role
You'll be joining a thriving, multi-disciplinary based in their Hereford office, you'll work alongside planners, surveyors, archaeologists, engineers, and architects. You'll get to work on a diverse range of projects ranging from sustainable urban extensions and solar farms to heritage barn conversions. You'll manage your own caseload, lead and support cross-disciplinary teams, and develop specialist skills in areas that interest you most.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Senior or Principal Town Planner, you'll take ownership of a wide variety of planning projects and provide expert advice to clients and stakeholders.
You will:
路Prepare detailed Planning Statements and Planning Strategies
路Advise clients on Statutory Consents and planning approaches
路Coordinate planning application submissions and support appeals
路Lead Call for Sites submissions and land promotion opportunities
You'll be in regular contact with clients and Local Planning Authorities, using your initiative, communication, and negotiation skills daily.
What You'll Bring
You'll already have experience in planning either from a local authority or private sector background. You'll be someone who listens, anticipates client needs, and provides proactive, thoughtful advice.
You will also have:
路A postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
路RTPI membership or equivalent professional accreditation
路A solid understanding of the UK planning system
路Confidence in leading projects and delivering quality advice
路A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits
Hours: 37.5 per week, worked flexibly Monday to Friday.
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What You'll Get
You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team that values your wellbeing and supports your professional growth. You'll have the freedom to shape your career while working on projects that make a difference.
In return, you'll receive:
路A competitive salary reflective of your experience and skills
路Private healthcare for all employees
路35 days' holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata)
路Potential discretionary bonus
路Enhanced workplace pension (via NEST)
How to Apply
Please send your CV to Georgia Cookson at Carrington West or call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
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Job reference: 62111
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Carrington West
Posted 4 days ago, valid for a day
Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 2AB, England
拢45,000 - 拢55,000 per year
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position of Senior / Principal Town Planner is available in Herefordshire with a salary of up to 拢55,000 per annum plus benefits.
- The successful candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary team on various planning projects, including urban extensions and solar farms.
- Candidates should have experience in planning from either a local authority or private sector background and hold a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject.
- Key responsibilities include preparing Planning Statements, advising clients, coordinating applications, and leading project submissions.
- The role offers flexible working hours and additional benefits such as private healthcare, 35 days of holiday, and an enhanced workplace pension.
