Senior Town Planner

3 days ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom Squires Planning Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Town Planner to join our team at Squires Planning, a dynamic and rapidly growing independent private Planning Consultancy. As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in managing a diverse portfolio of projects and supporting the Director of Planning in shaping the future of our company.

With a strong foundation and extensive industry experience, our consultancy is poised for strategic growth, and we are looking for a talented individual to join our team in Swindon. As a Senior Town Planner, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, including commercial, residential, solar and wind farm projects, education, local authority and neighbourhood planning, and manor house replacements and housebuilder schemes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and run planning projects independently, collaborating with the Director and supporting junior planners.
  • Assist the Director in providing mentorship and guidance to junior planners.
  • Confidently engage in public inquiries and client interactions, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • For Principal/Associate-level candidates, demonstrate the ability to bring in new work while remaining involved in hands-on project tasks.
About You

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Town Planner with a strong background in the public or private planning sector. You will have a relevant planning degree or equivalent qualification, Chartered membership of the RTPI, and at least 3 years of relevant UK-based experience. You will also have excellent project and client management abilities, proficiency in producing well-written and presented documents, and a strong network of contacts.

Desirable skills include an existing client base or network of contacts, a proven track record of winning new work, and a willingness to engage in hands-on project management while preparing the company for more team members.

Benefits
  • Zero excess private healthcare, including optical and dental cover, and access to perks such as cinema tickets and free drinks at Café Nero.
  • Paid For Socials, with optional attendance.
  • Birthday Leave, with an additional day off each year in addition to normal annual leave entitlement.
  • Christmas Shutdown, with up to two extra days off during Christmas in addition to normal annual leave entitlement.
  • Funded Training/CPD, ensuring you stay up-to-date.
  • Company Credit Card, available to avoid personal expenses for business purposes.
  • Profit Share Scheme, when the company does well, so do you.
  • Flexible Working Hours, with core hours from 9 AM to 5:30 PM, and flexibility for personal commitments.
  • Hybrid Working Options, with an emphasis on an outcomes-based work approach.

We are committed to creating a culture that is underpinned by flexibility, collaboration, and support. Your ideas will be heard, your work will be valued and rewarded, and you will have the opportunity to work in an environment that drives quality, innovation, and authenticity in every endeavour.


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