Senior Town Planner
Senior Town Planner - Housebuilder Experience Essential
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Employer: Leading UK Housebuilder
I am partnering with a well-established, reputable residential developer to recruit a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional with a strong background in the housebuilding sector to take on a strategic and influential role within a successful development business.
The Role As Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in guiding the business through the planning process from site identification to consent. You'll work closely with land, design, and technical teams to shape high-quality, deliverable residential schemes.
Key Responsibilities • Lead planning strategy on new and existing residential developments
- Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications
- Liaise and negotiate with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants
- Provide expert planning advice to internal teams
- Support site appraisals and help identify new land opportunities
- Ensure compliance with relevant planning legislation and policy changes
- Strong understanding of the UK planning system and residential development
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently
- MRTPI qualified (or working toward) preferred
- Be part of a collaborative, supportive planning team
- Genuine opportunities for progression
- Competitive salary package and flexible working options
Apply confidentially today or contact me directly for an informal discussion.
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