Senior Planner & Associate Planner

Senior Planner & Associate Planner - Newcastle - Consultancy

Salary: £36,000 - £55,000 dependant on grade and experience + Bens

My client is a well‑established planning consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high‑profile projects across the UK. Their Chartered Town Planners work across a wide range of sectors, including residential, leisure, education, health, energy, public sector, commercial, logistics, agricultural, and strategic infrastructure such as ports, rail, roads and bridges.

We are looking for Senior Planners or Associate‑level planners to join the Newcastle team. You will be involved in delivering projects across the planning process, including:

• Leading and managing a diverse portfolio of projects and clients
• Preparing and submitting planning applications in compliance with relevant legislation and policy
• Working on projects across multiple regimes, including Marine, Environmental, Renewable, and Major Infrastructure
• Coordinating and managing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
• Engaging with stakeholders, local authorities, and communities
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff

• Degree‑qualified in Planning with relevant experience
• RTPI Chartered status preferred or working towards
• Experience in consultancy or EIA management desirable
• Strong communication, project management, and problem‑solving skills
• Commitment to sustainable and responsible development

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package
• Funded professional fees and structured training
• Contributory pension, private healthcare, and life insurance
• Interest‑free travel loan scheme
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) with purchase/buy‑back options
• Bonus schemes, including loyalty and qualifications awards

This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your experience, work on technically challenging and diverse projects, and grow your career with a respected consultancy. Please apply with your CV or contact Matt Fraser for a confidential conversation