Senior Town Planner

Senior Town Planner - Cheltenham
-Competitive + bonus + excellent benefits | Hybrid working

An established and growing independent planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham.

Operating across the South West and wider UK, this highly respected consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused, pragmatic planning advice across a diverse portfolio of projects. Their work spans residential, commercial, rural and regeneration schemes, supporting clients from initial site appraisal through to securing planning permission and beyond.

The Opportunity

This is a key hire within a collaborative and expanding team, offering the chance to take ownership of projects while contributing to the continued growth of the business.

You will:

• Lead and manage a variety of planning projects from inception to determination
• Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation
• Provide clear, commercially minded planning advice to clients
• Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams
• Support junior team members and contribute to their development
• Play a role in client relationship management and business development

The role offers exposure to a broad mix of work, from strategic land promotion through to detailed applications and regeneration schemes, reflecting the consultancy''s wide-ranging client base.

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
• Proven experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and processes
• Confident project management and client-facing skills
• Commercially aware with a solutions-focused mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why Apply?

• Join a well-established consultancy with a strong reputation for securing successful planning outcomes
• Work within a personable, collaborative team that values integrity, innovation, and high-quality advice
• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio across multiple sectors
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
• Flexible working and a supportive, professional culture

The business prides itself on its hands-on approach, strong client relationships, and consistent track record of delivering results across complex planning challenges.

Interested?

If you''re a driven planner looking to step into a senior role with greater responsibility and career progression, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.