Town Planner

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established planning consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to manage projects, prepare planning applications, and contribute to development strategies. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of experience in town planning and is MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership. Strong communication skills and a proactive nature are essential. The role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, with the chance to work on diverse projects in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent company perks

Structured progression

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in town planning, ideally in the private sector.
• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership.
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing projects and preparing planning applications.
• Contributing to planning appeals and development strategies.
• Supporting senior planners on high-profile schemes.

Skills

2-4 years’ experience in town planning

MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership

Understanding of UK planning legislation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive and detail-oriented approach

Job description

Town Planner

Salary: £40,000-£48,000 + excellent benefits

Location: Central London

Working pattern: 5 days a week in the office

You’ll be joining a well-established planning consultancy of around 90 people, working across a wide variety of projects from major mixed‑use and residential schemes to commercial and regeneration developments. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where you’ll have plenty of exposure and responsibility from day one.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing projects, preparing and submitting planning applications, coordinating with clients, architects, and local authorities.
• Contributing to planning appeals and development strategies.
• Supporting senior / Associate planners and directors on larger, high‑profile schemes while continuing to build your own client relationships.

What you’ll need

• Around 2‑4 years’ experience in town planning (ideally in the private sector).
• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership.
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, detail‑oriented approach and confidence working with clients.

You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking consultancy that truly values its people. Alongside a very competitive salary, you’ll benefit from excellent company perks, structured progression, and the chance to work on diverse, high‑quality projects in one of the best teams in London.

If you’re an ambitious Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career, apply today with your CV. If you want to discuss this further you can contact Tullula Farrell on 02393 876 021.