Job Description
Town Planner n Location: York n Working Pattern: Hybrid – 1-2 days per week in the office n Job Type: Permanent n Carrington West are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy who are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their growing team in York. n This is an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner with experience in the UK planning system to develop their career within a consultancy environment, working on a diverse range of interesting and commercially focused projects. n The successful candidate will join a collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, work closely with clients and develop your planning expertise alongside experienced professionals. n The Role n As a Town Planner, you will be involved in a varied portfolio of commercial planning projects, providing planning advice and supporting projects from inception through to completion. n Your responsibilities will include: n · Managing a range of commercial planning projects. n · Providing high-quality planning advice to clients. n · Preparing and submitting planning applications. n · Liaising with local planning authorities, clients, consultants and other stakeholders. n · Undertaking planning research and preparing planning appraisals. n · Supporting senior members of the team on larger and more complex projects. n · Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships. n · Representing clients at meetings and discussions with planning authorities and stakeholders. n About You n We are looking for a Town Planner with a strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant experience within a consultancy, local authority or similar environment. n Ideally, you will have: n · A degree or Master's qualification accredited by the RTPI. n · Relevant experience within a planning environment. n · Experience or an interest in commercial planning projects. n · A good understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy. n · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. n · Strong organisational and project management abilities. n · The confidence to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team. n · A proactive approach to career development and professional growth. n MRTPI / Chartered status is not essential for this position, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates who are working towards chartership or looking to begin their APC. n This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy with an established presence in the market and a strong pipeline of commercial work. n You will benefit from a flexible hybrid working arrangement alongside the opportunity to work on varied and commercially focused projects, with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. n If you're a Town Planner with an RTPI-accredited degree or Master's looking for your next opportunity in York, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV and reach out to tullula.williams@carringtonwest.com with any questions.
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