Senior Town Planner
- Posted 19 December 2025
- Salary £37k - 47k per year
- LocationCanterbury
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Town Planning
- ReferenceJO0000062982
Job description
Senior Town Planner
Planning Consultancy - East Kent
Salary: Up to £47,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Carrington West is working with a newly established consultancy in Kent that is in the process of building a brand-new Planning team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to play a key role in shaping the planning function from an early stage and to help establish best practice within a growing business.
The Opportunity
Our client is launching a dedicated planning team as part of their wider consultancy offering and is seeking an experienced planner to support its development. The role will involve working on a diverse portfolio of projects of varying scale, providing the chance to take ownership of schemes while contributing to the growth and direction of a new team.
This position would suit a planner looking to take the next step in their career and gain exposure to a broader, more strategic role within a forward-thinking consultancy environment.
Projects will vary in size and complexity, offering a balanced and engaging workload.
Key Responsibilities
·Managing planning applications from inception through to determination
·Leading projects independently and supporting the wider team on more complex schemes
·Preparing planning statements, appeals and supporting documentation
·Providing planning advice to clients and project teams
·Undertaking site appraisals and development assessments
·Attending client meetings and liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and stakeholders
·Contributing to the development and growth of the new planning team
·Monitoring and interpreting planning policy and legislative changes
Candidate Requirements
·Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
·MRTPI chartered or working towards accreditation
·Proven experience within a consultancy or local authority planning role
What's on Offer
·Salary up to £47,000 per annum, dependent on experience
·Opportunity to join and help shape a brand-new planning team
·Exposure to a varied project portfolio across multiple sectors
·Clear scope for progression within a growing consultancy
·Supportive and collaborative working environment
To find out more or to apply, please contact:
Georgia Cookson
02393 876 099
georgia.cookson@carringtonwest.com
Job Reference Number: 62982