Location
Birmingham
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
08/06/2026
Closing date
29/06/2026
Senior Town Planner (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: Birmingham / Hybrid Working
Salary: Competitive Day Rate or Fixed-Term Salary (DOE)
Contract: 12 Months
Our client is a highly respected independent planning and development consultancy with an established reputation for delivering commercially focused planning advice across the residential, industrial/logistics and education sectors. The business has built long-standing relationships with many of the UK's leading developers, landowners, investors and educational institutions, supported by a collaborative and experienced team of planning professionals.
Due to an increase in project workload, they are seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their team on a 12-month contract basis.
The Role
Working as part of a close-knit consultancy team, you will take responsibility for managing a diverse portfolio of planning projects from initial appraisal through to determination and appeal where required.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Managing planning applications and related consents across a range of development sectors.
* Preparing planning appraisals, planning statements and supporting documentation.
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients and project teams.
* Promoting development sites through the local plan process.
* Liaising with local authorities, consultees and key stakeholders.
* Supporting planning appeals and representations.
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
* Assisting with business development and project opportunities where appropriate.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally possess:
* MRTPI status (or be working towards chartered membership).
* Significant experience within either a planning consultancy or local authority environment.
* Strong knowledge of the UK planning system.
* Proven experience managing planning applications and development projects.
* Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
* Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach.
* The ability to manage projects independently while contributing positively to a wider team environment.
What's on Offer?
* Opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy.
* Diverse and interesting project portfolio.
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
* Supportive and collaborative team culture.
* Competitive remuneration package.
* Immediate start available or short notice periods welcomed.
For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact the recruitment consultant handling this assignment. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.