Senior Town Planner / Principal Town Planner
Yeovil, Somerset
Full-time Hybrid Working Available
Permanent Position
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Town Planner or Principal Town Planner to join a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Yeovil. With a strong reputation for delivering thoughtful, design-led planning solutions across the South West, this is an excellent role for a motivated planner ready to take the next step in their career.
About the Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will take a lead role in managing a varied portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, heritage, and rural developments. You'll work alongside architects, technologists, and landscape professionals to deliver high-quality planning outcomes, offering strategic and practical planning advice from concept through to approval.
Whether you're already operating at a senior level or are a well-established planner looking to step up, this role will offer autonomy, responsibility, and a genuine opportunity to shape the built environment in a collaborative and creative setting.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end planning processes, including pre-application advice, full applications, appeals, and planning statements
Act as the key contact for clients, consultants, and local planning authorities
Undertake detailed site appraisals and provide clear, strategic recommendations
Represent clients at planning committees and hearings where necessary
Support junior team members and contribute to a positive team culture
Assist in business development and the continued growth of the planning department
Requirements
MRTPI chartered status (or working toward it with substantial experience)
A minimum of 5 years' UK town planning experience, preferably in a consultancy or multi-disciplinary environment
Proven experience in managing and delivering a broad range of planning applications
Excellent communication, report-writing, and negotiation skills
A commercial mindset with a strong client focus
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
This role would suit a confident and knowledgeable Senior Town Planner who enjoys varied work, strategic input, and liaising with design teams and external stakeholders.
Desirable
Knowledge of planning policy in Somerset and surrounding regions
Experience with heritage or listed buildings
An interest in high-quality, sustainable design-led development
What's on Offer
Competitive salary tailored to experience
Flexible and hybrid working options
Clear progression path, including support for Principal Planner level
Relaxed, supportive team environment
CPD support and a strong focus on personal development
If you're a Senior Town Planner looking for a new challenge in a friendly, progressive firm where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to or call to discuss the role further!
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