Town Planner

Posted 19 March 2026
Salary £35k - 48k per year
LocationBirmingham
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Town Planning
ReferenceJO0000065463

Job description

Town Planner / Senior Town Planner
Birmingham

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join a highly regarded, independent planning and development consultancy in their Birmingham office. This is an excellent role for a motivated individual looking to develop their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, working on high-profile projects across the UK.

The Opportunity
This position offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering planning advice to a wide range of clients, including developers, housebuilders, investors, and public sector organisations.

Key Responsibilities
·Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
·Undertaking site appraisals and feasibility assessments
·Developing planning strategies and providing policy advice
·Producing development plan representations
·Supporting projects through all stages of the planning process, including Environmental Impact Assessments
·Liaising with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders

What's on Offer
·Competitive salary and performance-related bonus scheme
·Strong opportunities for career progression within a respected consultancy
·Supportive and collaborative working culture
·Structured professional development, including mentoring support towards MRTPI/RICS accreditation
·Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
·Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equal opportunities

About You
·Degree qualified (minimum 2:1 or equivalent), ideally with a postgraduate qualification in a relevant RTPI/RICS-accredited subject
·Working towards or holding MRTPI (or equivalent)
·Strong analytical, written, and presentation skills
·Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively
·Interest in business development, innovation, and the planning sector

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally recognised consultancy known for delivering high-quality work and fostering a positive, people-focused culture. If you are a Town Planner looking for a company that can offer progression or a Senior Town Planner looking for a change, apply now!

02393 876 054 or Ashleigh.waterhouse@carringtonwest.com
 
Reference - 65463