Location
Birmingham
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
14/01/2026
Closing date
04/02/2026
Planning Consultant
Birmingham | Consultancy | Hybrid Working
An established and highly regarded UK planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Planning Consultant to join its growing Birmingham office.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, this role offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of planning projects across the residential, commercial and mixed-use sectors, supporting major clients from site appraisal through to application, negotiation and delivery.
The Role
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Preparing, managing and submitting planning applications and supporting documents
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Advising clients on planning strategy, risk and development potential
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Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and project teams
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Contributing to appeals, local plan representations and planning statements
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Supporting senior colleagues while managing your own caseload
About You
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Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
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MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership
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Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning environment
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
What's on Offer
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Opportunity to join a respected, growing consultancy with a strong national presence
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Exposure to high-quality projects and a collaborative professional environment
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Clear career progression and structured professional development
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and ambitious consultancy environment.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.