Town Planner

Town Planner

Ruislip, North West London

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Town Planner to join the Land and Planning team of a well-established residential developer with a strong presence across Greater London and the South East.

Our client is a recognised name in UK house building, known for delivering high-quality, sustainable developments. Their North West London division, based in Ruislip, is looking to strengthen its planning capability as part of continued growth.

The Role

Reporting into the senior land and planning leadership team, you will support the promotion and delivery of residential-led schemes, playing a key role from early site appraisal through to securing planning consent.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and appeals
• Supporting strategic land promotion and site acquisition activity
• Liaising with local authorities, consultants, landowners and internal stakeholders
• Attending planning committee meetings, public consultations and negotiations
• Managing planning conditions, legal agreements and consultant teams
• Monitoring planning budgets and programme milestones

This is a varied, hands-on role offering excellent exposure to the full planning lifecycle within a commercially focused development environment.

About You

You are likely to have:

• Experience working as a Town Planner, either within consultancy, local authority or for a developer
• A good understanding of the UK planning system, ideally with residential development experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging external stakeholders
• A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Progress toward, or membership of, RTPI (or equivalent)
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage multiple projects

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Car allowance and bonus scheme
• Long-term career development within a stable and respected organisation
• Exposure to high-profile residential schemes across Greater London
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant planning experience. Further details about the organisation will be shared with shortlisted candidates.