Senior​/Principal Town Planner

Senior / Principal Town Planner

Location:

Shropshire

Salary:
Up to £55,000 per annum + Benefits

You'll be joining a thriving, multi‑disciplinary team based in their Shrewsbury office, working alongside planners, surveyors, archaeologists, engineers, and architects. You'll get to work on a diverse range of projects ranging from sustainable urban extensions and solar farms to heritage barn conversions. You'll manage your own caseload, lead and support cross‑disciplinary teams, and develop specialist skills in areas that interest you most.

As a Senior or Principal Town Planner, you'll take ownership of a wide variety of planning projects and provide expert advice to clients and stakeholders. You will:

• Prepare detailed Planning Statements and Planning Strategies
• Advise clients on Statutory Consents and planning approaches
• Coordinate planning application submissions and support appeals
• Lead Call for Sites submissions and land promotion opportunities

You'll be in regular contact with clients and Local Planning Authorities, using your initiative, communication, and negotiation skills daily.

You’ll already have experience in planning either from a local authority or private sector background. You’ll be someone who listens, anticipates client needs, and provides proactive, thoughtful advice.

You will also have:

• A postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Town Planning, Urban Design)
• RTPI membership or equivalent professional accreditation
• A solid understanding of the UK planning system
• Confidence in leading projects and delivering quality advice
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits

Hours:

37.5 per week, worked flexibly Monday to Friday.

You’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative team that values your wellbeing and supports your professional growth. You’ll have the freedom to shape your career while working on projects that make a difference.

In return, you’ll receive:

• A competitive salary reflective of your experience and skills
• Private healthcare for all employees
• Up to 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
• Potential discretionary bonus
• Enhanced workplace pension

Please send your CV to Georgia Cookson at Carrington West or call  for a confidential discussion.

Job reference: 63576