Location
Preston
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
19/03/2026
Closing date
09/04/2026
Job Title: Town Planner | Senior Town Planner
Location: Preston
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join a highly respected planning consultancy with a strong track record of delivering successful outcomes across the UK.
With decades of experience in navigating complex planning processes, this consultancy is known for securing approvals on challenging schemes and providing commercially focused, strategic advice to clients.
The Role
You will play a key role in managing a diverse portfolio of projects, delivering expert planning advice and leading applications from initial appraisal through to determination.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing and submitting planning applications
* Handling planning appeals and objections
* Leading Section 106 negotiations
* Advising on strategic land promotion
* Managing variation and amendment applications
* Supporting discharge of conditions
* Involvement in high-profile and complex planning cases
About You
* MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
* Strong experience within private consultancy or local authority
* Proven track record with planning applications and appeals
* Commercially aware with strong client-facing skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication
Why Apply?
* Work on high-quality, complex projects
* Join a well-established and respected team
* Strong pipeline of work and career progression opportunities
* Exposure to significant planning and legal cases
Interested?