Town Planner

Town Planner - Reading, UK - Circa £30,000 (depending on experience) + benefits

Carrington West are pleased to be working with a well established planning consultancy, part of a larger multidisciplinary group, and are looking to appoint a Town Planner with around 2 years' experience to join their growing team. With their head office in Reading and additional offices across the region, this consultancy offers exposure to a variety of projects and a collaborative environment to further develop your planning career.

The Role

Working within a team of planning professionals, you'll play an active role in supporting projects from early site appraisal through to application and appeal stages. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing planning reports and supporting documentation
• Undertaking site appraisals and feasibility assessments
• Conducting planning policy research
• Monitoring planning applications and tracking progress
• Liaising with clients and external consultants
• Assisting with project management across planning projects
• Checking policy matters for planning statements and appeals
• Lodging planning appeals

The ideal candidate will:

• Have around 2 years' planning experience
• Have experience within either the private sector or a Local Planning Authority
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the UK planning system and application process
• Be professional, prepared, and engaged when interacting with colleagues and clients
• Be keen to learn, develop, and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Circa £30,000 (depending on experience)
• 4 days per week in the office, with Fridays working from home
• Annual pay reviews
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• Private medical cover (after 6 months)
• Pension scheme
• Opportunity to be part of a larger group with strong backing and career progression

This is an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner looking to build their career within a supportive consultancy, gaining hands on experience across a wide range of planning projects.

If this sounds of interest, apply to day with your CV and contact Tullula Farrell on to avoid missing out.