Town Planner
- Posted 06 February 2026
- Salary £28k - 38k per year
- LocationShrewsbury
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Town Planning
- ReferenceJO0000064265
Job description
Town Planner
Shrewsbury | Full Time
I am working with a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and planning consultancy to recruit a Town Planner to join their growing team in Shrewsbury. This is a full-time role with a strong office presence, alongside some element of flexible working.
This opportunity would suit a planner looking to develop their career within a supportive, experienced team, working on a broad mix of projects across residential, commercial, rural and strategic land development.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you will be involved in all stages of the planning process, providing high-quality advice to clients and managing planning applications from inception through to determination. Responsibilities will include:
·Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications and appeals
·Providing planning appraisals and strategic planning advice
·Liaising with local planning authorities, clients, consultants and stakeholders
·Monitoring planning policy at local and national level
·Supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex schemes
·Attending meetings, site visits and committees where required
The Ideal Candidate
·Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
·Experience working within a planning consultancy or local authority environment
·Good understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
·Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects
·Working towards, or holding, RTPI membership
What's on Offer
·Full-time, permanent position based in Shrewsbury
·Varied workload across multiple development sectors
·Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression
·Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Town Planner seeking long-term development within a respected consultancy.
For further details or to apply, please submit your CV for consideration. If you have any questions, you can reach me on 02393 876 054 or ashleigh.waterhouse@carringtonwest.com
Reference - 64265