Senior Town Planner

Job Advertisement: Senior Town Planner - Sheffield

Overview

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Town Planner to join a dynamic and growing team in Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across both the private and public sectors, contributing to the development of innovative and sustainable solutions.

This role offers the chance to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, providing tailored advice and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. If you are passionate about planning and thrive in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Town Planner, you will:

Provide expert planning advice to a variety of clients, ensuring their commercial interests are represented throughout the planning process.
Prepare and deliver high-quality planning reports, applications, and submissions.
Liaise with and manage technical consultants as part of a wider project team.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through networking and exceptional service delivery.
Proactively engage with local planning authorities and other key stakeholders to facilitate project success.
Lead on smaller projects and contribute to larger, multidisciplinary initiatives.
Support the growth and success of the Sheffield office by contributing to business development and team collaboration.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in either the private or public sector.
A strong understanding of the UK planning system and experience handling a variety of planning issues.
Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and relationship management abilities.
The capability to manage and prioritise multiple projects effectively.
A proactive and motivated approach to work, with a commitment to delivering high standards.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Senior Town Planner will involve:

Collaborating with colleagues and clients to deliver tailored planning solutions.
Preparing detailed planning applications, reports, and supporting documents.
Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants to progress projects.
Attending meetings, site visits, and networking events to build relationships and identify opportunities.
Contributing to team discussions and sharing insights to support professional development.
Balancing office-based work with the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of our team. As a Senior Town Planner, you will enjoy:

Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience.
Private healthcare coverage through BUPA.
Life insurance and a company pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option.
Cycle-to-work scheme and contributions towards professional subscriptions.
Enhanced maternity scheme and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
Access to a robust Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme, including training sessions, presentations, and annual reviews.
Hybrid working arrangements, with a balance of collaborative office days and independent remote work.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Senior Town Planner in Sheffield, please submit your CV