Bournemouth
Building, Construction
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
23/07/2025
13/08/2025
REF: 46844
Senior Town Planner - Bournemouth | Private Consultancy
Location: Bournemouth (Dorset) - Office-based with flexible working
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits
Are you a driven Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career?
A well-established and respected planning consultancy on the South Coast is expanding and looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic team in Bournemouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of exciting planning projects across the South and South West, with genuine room for progression and autonomy.
The Company
Our client is a boutique planning consultancy known for its high-quality service, commercial insight, and deep-rooted client relationships. With a strong reputation across residential, commercial, leisure, and mixed-use sectors, the team advises on everything from site appraisals through to appeals and expert witness services.
As part of their ongoing growth, they are looking to bring in a Senior Town Planner who can take ownership of projects, manage client relationships, and contribute to the continued success of the business.
The Role
You will:
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Manage a varied caseload of planning applications, appeals, and site promotions
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Provide expert planning advice to developers, landowners, and private clients
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Prepare detailed planning statements, policy appraisals, and design and access statements
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Represent clients at appeals, planning committees, and public consultations
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Support junior colleagues and contribute to business development
About You
To be successful in this role, you will likely have:
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MRTPI qualification (or be working towards chartership)
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3-6+ years of town planning experience, ideally in a consultancy or private sector setting
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A solid understanding of planning policy and development management
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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A proactive, client-focused approach
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A full UK driving licence
What's On Offer?
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Competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
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Discretionary bonus and generous benefits package
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A collaborative and supportive team environment
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Exposure to a wide range of interesting and often high-profile projects
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Real opportunities for career progression to Associate level and beyond
This is a fantastic chance to join a growing consultancy where your input will be recognised, and your career can flourish.
Interested?
To find out more or apply in confidence, contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment: