Town Planner - Winchester
Location: Winchester
Sector: Private Planning Consultancy (Small Firm)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience) + Benefits
 
Are you a passionate Town Planner looking to work in a more personalised and collaborative environment? Join our growing, close-knit planning consultancy based in the heart of Winchester, where you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and impactful projects across the South of England.
 
About the Role
As a Town Planner, you will be part of a dedicated team that specialises in delivering high-quality planning services across a variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, and rural developments. This role offers the chance to manage your own projects from inception to completion, working closely with clients and local authorities to achieve successful outcomes.
 
Key Responsibilities:
·Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications and appeals.
·Conduct site appraisals and provide strategic planning advice to clients.
·Work on a range of developments including residential, mixed-use, and rural schemes.
·Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and the public through consultation and negotiation.
·Stay up-to-date with changes in planning policies and legislation.
·Provide support to senior planners and directors, while developing your own client base.
 
About You
Qualifications: A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field. MRTPI accreditation or working towards it is desirable.
Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in a planning consultancy, local authority, or related environment.
Knowledge: Sound understanding of the UK planning system, including local planning policies and procedures.
Skills: Strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a smaller team setting.
 
Why Join?
·Be part of a small, dynamic team where your contributions directly shape the business and the success of each project.
·Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working hours and support for professional development.
·Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects, offering exposure to different planning challenges and sectors.
·A friendly and supportive office environment located in central Winchester.
 
This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application.
 
To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).
 
If you are a Town Planner interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply so we can consider you for other positions.
 
Job Reference Number: 53514