Senior/Principal Town Planner

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Hereford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established planning firm based in Hereford seeks a Senior / Principal Town Planner to manage diverse planning projects and advise clients. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree, RTPI membership, and a solid understanding of the UK's planning system. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 per annum, private healthcare, and comprehensive benefits including 35 days' holiday and an enhanced workplace pension.

Benefits

Private healthcare

35 days' holiday

Potential discretionary bonus

Enhanced workplace pension

Qualifications

• Experience in local authority or private sector planning.
• Solid understanding of the UK planning system.
• Confident in leading projects and delivering quality advice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Planning Statements and Strategies.
• Advise clients on Statutory Consents.
• Coordinate planning application submissions.
• Lead Call for Sites submissions.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Negotiation

Statutory consent advice

Education

Postgraduate degree in Town Planning or Urban Design

RTPI membership or equivalent

Job description

Senior / Principal Town Planner

Location: Herefordshire
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + Benefits

About the Role

You'll be joining a thriving, multidisciplinary firm based in their Hereford office, and work alongside planners, surveyors, archaeologists, engineers, and architects. You'll get to work on a diverse range of projects ranging from sustainable urban extensions and solar farms to heritage barn conversions. You'll manage your own caseload, lead and support cross‑disciplinary teams, and develop specialist skills in areas that interest you most.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior or Principal Town Planner, you'll take ownership of a wide variety of planning projects and provide expert advice to clients and stakeholders. You will:

• Prepare detailed Planning Statements and Planning Strategies
• Advise clients on Statutory Consents and planning approaches
• Coordinate planning application submissions and support appeals
• Lead Call for Sites submissions and land promotion opportunities

You will be in regular contact with clients and Local Planning Authorities, using your initiative, communication, and negotiation skills daily.

What You'll Bring

You will already have experience in planning either from a local authority or private sector background. You'll be someone who listens, anticipates client needs, and provides proactive, thoughtful advice. You will also have:

• A postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
• RTPI membership or equivalent professional accreditation
• A solid understanding of the UK planning system
• Confidence in leading projects and delivering quality advice
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits

Hours: 37.5 per week, worked flexibly Monday to Friday.

What You'll Get

You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team that values your wellbeing and supports your professional growth. You'll have the freedom to shape your career while working on projects that make a difference. In return, you'll receive:

• A competitive salary reflective of your experience and skills
• Private healthcare for all employees
• 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata)
• Potential discretionary bonus
• Enhanced workplace pension (via NEST)

How to Apply

Please send your CV to Georgia Cookson at Carrington West or call 02393 876 099 for a confidential discussion.

Job reference: 62953