Town Planner

Town Planner
Reading, UK
Circa £30,000 (depending on experience) + benefits

Carrington West are pleased to be working with a well-established planning consultancy, part of a larger multidisciplinary group, is looking to appoint a Town Planner with around 2 years experience to join their growing team. With their head office in Reading and additional offices across the region, this consultancy offers exposure to a variety of projects and a collaborative environment to further develop your planning career.

The Role
Working within a team of planning professionals, you'll play an active role in supporting projects from early site appraisal through to application and appeal stages.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing planning reports and supporting documentation
Undertaking site appraisals and feasibility assessments
Conducting planning policy research
Monitoring planning applications and tracking progress
Liaising with clients and external consultants
Assisting with project management across planning projects
Checking policy matters for planning statements and appeals
Lodging planning appeals

The ideal candidate will:
Have around 2 years' planning experience
Have experience within either the private sector or a Local Planning Authority
Demonstrate a good understanding of the UK planning system and application process
Be professional, prepared, and engaged when interacting with colleagues and clients
Be keen to learn, develop, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Salary & Benefits
Salary:
Circa £30,000 (depending on experience)
4 days per week in the office, with Fridays working from home
Annual pay reviews
Bonus scheme
Car allowance
Private medical cover (after 6 months)
Pension scheme
Opportunity to be part of a larger group with strong backing and career progression
This is an excellent opportunity for a Town Planner looking to build their career within a supportive consultancy, gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of planning projects.

If this sounds of interest, apply to day with your CV and contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) to avoid missing out.