Town Planner
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

A well-regarded independent planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing team based in Reading .

This is an excellent opportunity for a planner with 2-4 years' experience to join a specialist consultancy delivering high-quality planning advice on residential and mixed-use development projects across the UK. The practice supports clients throughout the entire planning process, from site appraisals and planning strategy through to applications, appeals and development plan promotion .

You will join a collaborative and experienced planning team , working on a diverse range of projects and gaining exposure to complex planning challenges across the South East and beyond.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support and manage a range of planning projects while working closely with senior colleagues and external consultants.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and managing planning applications and planning appeals

• Undertaking site appraisals, feasibility studies and planning research

• Supporting the development of planning strategies for residential and mixed-use developments

• Liaising with local authorities, consultants and key stakeholders

• Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation

• Assisting with Local Plan representations and site promotion work

• Contributing to client meetings and project delivery across multiple sites

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-4 years' experience in town planning , ideally within consultancy or the private sector

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline

• Progress towards RTPI membership (MRTPI)

• A strong understanding of the UK planning system and development process

• Experience preparing planning applications and planning reports

• Strong written communication and analytical skills

• The ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced consultancy environment

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Performance-related bonus and benefits package

• Exposure to high-quality residential and strategic planning projects

• A supportive team environment with strong mentoring and development

• Career progression opportunities within a respected specialist consultancy

This role would suit a motivated Town Planner looking to develop their career within a specialist consultancy known for delivering practical and strategic planning advice on complex development projects.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.