Senior Town Planner

Senior Planner (MRTPI)

Location: Exeter

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + Benefits

About the Role

Are you an experienced and Chartered planner looking to take the next step in your career? You'll be joining an independent planning consultancy in Exeter, with a reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially focused planning advice across the UK. Their work spans a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, covering urban and rural developments in both the public and private sectors.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Chartered Senior Planner, you'll manage and deliver a diverse portfolio of planning projects. You'll work closely with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams to shape developments that make a lasting impact. You will work across a variety of development types from major housing schemes and commercial developments to complex infrastructure and regeneration projects.

• Prepare and coordinate planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals
• Draft and review Planning Statements, Design and Access Statements, and other supporting documents
• Provide strategic planning and policy advice to a range of clients
• Engage with Local Planning Authorities, statutory consultees, and stakeholders

What You'll Bring

You'll be a proactive and motivated planning professional with a track record of managing projects and providing sound planning advice. You'll combine technical expertise with excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach. You will also have:

• Chartered RTPI membership
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and current policy framework

What You'll Get

You'll be joining a dynamic, independent consultancy where your expertise will be valued and your professional development supported. You'll have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, contribute to business growth, and shape your own career path. In return, you'll receive:

• A competitive salary, based on experience and qualifications
• Paid RTPI membership and attendance at industry events
• Generous holiday allowance
• Opportunities for progression within a respected and growing consultancy

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