Location
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
08/06/2026
Closing date
29/06/2026
Town Planner
Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Our client is a leading national property and planning consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across the residential, commercial, rural, infrastructure and energy sectors.
With a well-established planning team in the Midlands and an impressive portfolio of private and public sector clients, they are seeking an ambitious Town Planner to join their growing office in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to develop their career within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, working alongside specialists in development, rural consultancy, infrastructure, utilities, valuation and property services.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you will work on a varied range of planning projects across the UK, supporting clients from initial site appraisal through to planning determination and delivery.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and managing planning applications, appeals and site promotion projects.
* Undertaking planning appraisals and development feasibility assessments.
* Providing planning advice to a diverse client base.
* Drafting planning statements and supporting reports.
* Liaising with local planning authorities, consultees and key stakeholders.
* Coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, including architects, highways consultants, ecologists and landscape architects.
* Supporting business development activities and strengthening client relationships.
* Attending client meetings, site visits and public consultation events where required.
About You
We are keen to hear from candidates who possess:
* A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
* MRTPI status or progress towards chartership.
* Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment.
* Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and current planning policy.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
* A proactive and commercially aware approach to client service.
What's On Offer?
* Opportunity to join a highly respected national consultancy.
* Exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio.
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* Structured career progression and professional development support.
* Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme.
* Enhanced holiday allowance and additional employee benefits.
* Supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for long-term career growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Town Planner looking to take the next step in their career with a business that combines the resources of a national consultancy with the culture and support of a close-knit planning team.
For a confidential discussion or further information, please contact the consultant managing this appointment. All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence.