Location
Nottingham
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
29/01/2026
Closing date
19/02/2026
Senior Town Planner - Nottingham (Hybrid Working)
Exceptional Opportunity with a Leading Planning & Development Consultancy
Are you a seasoned town planner ready to take the next step in your career? We're partnering with a well-established, multi-disciplinary planning and development consultancy with a strong national presence and thriving Nottingham office to recruit an experienced Senior Town Planner.
This dynamic consultancy delivers strategic planning, design, economic development, heritage and urban design services for a diverse client base - including landowners, developers, local authorities and commercial stakeholders - across the UK.
About the Role
As a Senior Town Planner based in Nottingham, you will:
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Lead and manage the delivery of planning projects from inception through to consent, including complex planning applications, appeals and strategic planning initiatives.
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Advise clients on planning strategy, site potential, policy interpretation and commercial risk.
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Produce high-quality planning submissions, statements and supporting documentation.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities and stakeholders.
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Mentor and support junior planners, contributing to the growth of a collaborative team culture.
About You
You will ideally have:
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Chartered status with the RTPI or be actively working towards chartership.
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Significant experience in a consultancy or relevant public sector planning role.
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Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, development management and appeals.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to advise senior clients.
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A proactive, commercially aware approach to project delivery and client service.
What's On Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Hybrid working (office + remote).
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Exposure to a varied and high-profile project portfolio.
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Genuine career progression in a national practice with ambitious growth plans.
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A supportive, collaborative working environment where your ideas and input are valued.
This role is perfect for a planner who thrives on variety, responsibility and professional growth within a respected consultancy environment.