Details:
- Salary: £55,000 - 75,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Cornwall
- Date: 3 hours ago
Description:
Job title: Associate Town Planner
Location: Cornwall
Salary: Competitive
As a specialist recruitment consultant operating in the planning and development sector, I'm currently partnering with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy looking to appoint an Associate Town Planner to support and lead projects across Cornwall and the wider South West region.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner ready to step into (or further establish themselves in) a senior leadership role within a growing, well-respected consultancy known for delivering commercially focused advice across residential, mixed-use, rural and regeneration projects.
The Opportunity
You'll play a pivotal role in leading projects, managing client relationships and mentoring junior team members, while working closely with senior leadership on strategy and business development.
The Cornwall market is buoyant and diverse, offering exposure to everything from strategic housing promotions and rural estates to tourism and regeneration schemes. You'll have the autonomy to shape your workload while contributing to the continued growth of the regional presence.
Key Responsibilities
Leading and managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals
Providing strategic planning advice to a broad client base
Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
Supporting business development and networking across the region
Mentoring and supporting junior planners
Representing clients at planning committees and hearings where required
About You
MRTPI qualified (or eligible)
Extensive private or public sector planning experience
Strong working knowledge of planning policy within Cornwall / South West
Commercially aware with strong client management skills
Confident communicator with leadership capability
Ambition to progress toward Director level in the medium term
What's on Offer
Competitive salary tailored to experience
Performance-related bonus
Clear pathway to Director
Flexible / hybrid working
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Opportunity to shape and grow a regional presence
If you're an experienced Senior Planner or Associate ready for greater autonomy, leadership responsibility and long-term progression within a respected consultancy, I'd be delighted to discuss this opportunity in confidence.
Please contact me directly for a confidential conversation