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Senior Town Planner - Newcastle
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Sector: Town Planning
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to step into a more senior role with greater autonomy, exciting projects, and real progression potential? I'm working with a well-established planning consultancy in Newcastle that is looking to expand its team with a dynamic Senior Town Planner.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected multi-disciplinary firm with a strong pipeline of work across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. You'll be supported by a collaborative team of planners, surveyors, and environmental consultants, working on high-profile projects from initial strategy through to delivery.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will:
Lead and manage a variety of planning applications and appeals
Provide expert advice to clients across the public and private sectors
Prepare and submit complex planning applications and supporting documents
Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and communities
Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth of the team
Play a key role in business development and client relationship management
About You
To be considered, you should have:
A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited)
MRTPI chartership (or very close to achieving)
At least 5 years' experience in planning (consultancy or local authority)
Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, client-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
Hybrid/flexible working options
A clear progression path to Principal level and beyond
Supportive, close-knit team culture
Access to major regional and national projects
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for a planner looking to make an impact and develop their career with one of the region's most forward-thinking consultancies.
Interested?
Please call Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)
