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A prominent law firm is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic planning consultancy team, with options to work from London, Nottingham, or Bristol. This role involves managing complex planning projects and offering expert advice to clients while ensuring compliance with UK planning legislation. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements are offered.

Senior/Principal Town Planner - Infrastructure & Development Projects Location: North of England - Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the UK's most respected multi-disciplinary consultancies in their search for experienced Senior or Principal Town Planners to join their growing Planning & Environmental team in the North of England. This market-leading consultancy works at the cutting edge of sustainable development, infrastructure delivery, and national planning policy, partnering with major public and private sector clients across the UK and internationally. From Net Zero to Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation, this is an opportunity to work with one of the UK's most forward-thinking planning teams. The Opportunity: You'll be joining a dynamic and high-performing planning team that supports clients across key markets including Energy, Water, Transport, Defence, and Housing. Key clients include the Environment Agency, National Highways, Homes England, Network Rail, Transport for the North, High Speed 2, the GLA, the Ministry of Defence, and many others. You'll also be working on strategic planning, policy, and infrastructure delivery across local authorities, LEPs, and private developers. Key Responsibilities: Lead on a range of planning projects, including major applications and strategic planning Act as project lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams across complex schemes Oversee project delivery, including programme and budget management Support bid writing and framework submissions Mentor junior team members and help shape the future of the planning team Engage with clients and market leads to drive business growth and enhance market presence What We're Looking For: A degree in Town Planning or a related subject (RTPI membership desirable) Experience delivering projects under TCPA, DCO, TWAO, or equivalent consenting regimes Strong understanding of EIA, planning policy, and infrastructure planning Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presenting Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines Experience developing client relationships and contributing to work winning A collaborative mindset with the confidence to lead or work within multi-disciplinary teams Why Join? Work on nation-shaping infrastructure projects with a leading consultancy Hybrid and flexible working to support your work-life balance Supportive and inclusive team environment focused on career growth Competitive salary, annual bonus, and an excellent benefits package Genuine commitment to sustainability, equality, and social value initiatives This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and experienced Planner to contribute to some of the UK's most impactful and strategic projects. For more information or a confidential chat, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on or email .

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: London, Nottingham, or Bristol About the Role: I am working with a well established law firm who are actively seeking talented and experienced Senior Town Planners to join their dynamic planning consultancy team due to growth across the company. The successful candidate can choose to be based in their London, Nottingham, or Bristol office. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a senior or principal planner to work on a variety of planning projects, providing expert advice and support to our clients. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert planning advice and consultancy services to clients. Manage and deliver complex planning projects. Collaborate with legal teams to provide integrated planning and legal solutions. Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and reports. Stay up-to-date with UK planning legislation and policy changes. Maintain and develop client relationships. Qualifications and Experience: A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field. Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or working towards it. A minimum of 4 years' experience within the UK planning system. Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policies. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. What We Offer: Very competitive salary. Hybrid working model (3 days a week in the office). Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Supportive and inclusive work environment. Comprehensive benefits package. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter to or pop me a call on Job reference - 55083

Senior Town Planner Hampshire A respected planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its growing Hampshire office. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on responsibility for a diverse mix of projects while developing your professional profile in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will be involved in managing projects from start to finish, preparing applications and appeals, and providing clear, commercially aware planning advice. You'll also play a key role in representing clients, working closely with stakeholders, and supporting business development. Key Responsibilities Leading and delivering a varied portfolio of planning projects Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and appraisals Building strong client relationships through professional and reliable advice Representing clients at committee and appeal hearings Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team Requirements Chartered or working towards RTPI membership Broad planning experience, ideally gained in consultancy or development Strong project management and communication skills Commercial awareness and client-facing experience Full driving licence (exceptions considered) Why Apply? Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible, supportive working environment Genuine career progression opportunities High-quality and diverse project portfolio Knowledgeable and collaborative team culture This is an excellent career step for a Senior Town Planner looking to grow within a well-regarded consultancy that values progression, flexibility, and professional development. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

£21.54 umbrella per hour This period closes on Wednesday December 3 2025 at 9:00. About the Borough Kingston and Sutton Councils operate a shared Highways and Transport service. It is an exciting time to join our newly re organised team as we lead the way in South west London in delivering sustainable transport infrastructure, regeneration and rise to the zero carbon challenge. If you are seeking career growth and development opportunities, with the chance to pitch in and work on a variety of projects, then come and join us. The service delivers a range of operational highways and transport functions, with a revenue budget of circa £5m, and a capital budget that averages £10m per year. The types of projects we work on range from redesigning a town centre traffic system and dealing with our climate emergency impacts and road safety issues, to the management and maintenance of our highway networks and assets. Being a shared service ensures there are always lots of opportunities to work on a wide range of projects. We practise a hybrid working environment between the Shared Service. Whilst we have modern offices in both Sutton and Kingston Town Centres, we encourage all staff to work in ways that suit them and the business requirements. Our focus is on ensuring all staff can bring their best selves to work. The Shared Service is committed to being a positive supportive employer, whether that's in flexible working, building a diverse and collaborative team of engineers, transport planners, and project managers to deliver our future transport and highways engineering needs, or responding to net zero and environmental friendly goals through the development of initiatives such as school streets and cleaner and greener low traffic neighbourhoods. If you embrace learning opportunities and relish the chance to learn and grow in a supportive environment, we have a clear and ambitious investment plan to transform our Highways and Transport network infrastructure. We need talented, ambitious, forward thinking people to help drive this forward. About the Role This role reports directly to the Senior Programme Officer and is responsible for assisting with the delivery of projects and programmes across the Highways and Transport service to run effectively and efficiently. The role will include assisting with managing correspondence and highway searches, assisting in maintaining programme documentation, organising and taking minutes for Highways and Transport meetings with officers, councillors and external stakeholders, as well as providing financial support such as raising purchase orders and paying invoices, which will be important parts of the role. Assisting with the delivery of high profile Highways and Transport projects. Communicating all stages of the project to internal and external parties and stakeholders. Organising meetings and publications. Maintaining records, financial support such as raising purchase orders and paying invoices, quality checks and updating the project delivery plan. Helping to manage and track correspondence. Assisting with managing Highway Search enquiry responses. Analysing data under direction. About Us This is an exciting opportunity to join a team to provide overarching support across a broad range of transport programmes and projects. The team currently consists of the Programme Manager, Senior Programme Officer and a Project Support Officer. We are recruiting for a Project Support Assistant to complete our team. The Programme Management and Support Team sits at the heart of the shared Highways and Transport service across Kingston and Sutton. The service covers a multi million pound delivery programme including a wide variety of disciplines from walking, cycling and bus priority schemes, to school streets, behaviour change events and planned maintenance programmes. The Programme Management and Support Team provides critical project and programme support across all Highways and Transport teams, through the centralisation and coordination of all project delivery, helping to keep the service running efficiently and to manage competing priorities across a diverse range of transport projects. The team is key in helping to streamline shared systems and processes, ensuring both boroughs are working in collaboration to deliver high quality and consistent services to residents, through a one culture holistic approach. On a day to day basis the team helps to track the health of the overall Highways and Transport programme, escalating or assisting with any issues where needed to help the project managers ensure successful delivery. We are the key communication line between a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, providing a hub of information and data to facilitate the smooth running of projects, for example financial information, data analysis and coordination of funding bids. The team also oversees longer term projects to identify ways to improve processes and increase efficiencies, so as to continually improve service delivery. About You You are a quick learner, have a keen attention to detail, are confident to take initiative and ask questions, and are able to manage multiple priorities in a busy and varied work environment. You will have an interest in, and preferably some experience of working within a Highways, Transport or Project and Programme Management environment. You are competent with IT and Digital processes, and have experience on Google sheets or Microsoft Excel, or have an eagerness to learn. You are organised and are able to keep data well managed in order to be able to respond quickly to information requests. You ideally have experience of project administration including providing financial support such as raising purchase orders, assisting with correspondence and complaints, or a willingness to learn. You enjoy working collaboratively, have great communication skills and are committed to ensuring equality and diversity is embedded in everything we do. You would like to be part of a friendly team, helping to keep the Kingston and Sutton shared Highways and Transport service running smoothly. Work location: 3 days split across the Kingston Guildhall Office and Sutton Civic Office, 2 days optional work from home. If you think this job role is for you, please send your CV to

Senior Town Planner Central London (Hybrid Working - 3 days office / 2 days remote) Independent Planning and Development Consultancy Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + Clear Progression Path Are you a skilled Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career with one of London's most dynamic independent consultancies? Our client - a well-respected planning and development practice known for its collaborative culture and diverse project portfolio - is looking for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing London team. The Opportunity This is an exciting role offering the chance to work on a wide variety of projects across London and the South East, including urban regeneration, mixed-use, residential, commercial, and leisure schemes. You'll take a leading role in managing projects, advising clients, and contributing to strategic planning work for high profile developments. The firm prides itself on its inclusive, sociable culture and commitment to nurturing talent - making it an excellent environment for an ambitious planner seeking to broaden their experience and advance their career. Key Responsibilities Lead on the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications and appeals Provide expert planning advice to clients, developers, and stakeholders Undertake site appraisals, policy analysis, and development plan representations Manage client relationships and coordinate input from multi disciplinary teams Support and mentor junior team members Contribute to new business development and thought leadership activities About You MRTPI qualified (or actively working towards chartership) Strong background in planning consultancy, ideally with experience on urban or mixed use developments Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident in client facing situations and capable of managing projects independently A proactive and enthusiastic approach, with a passion for high quality planning outcomes What's on Offer Competitive salary + discretionary bonus Hybrid working model with a central London base Generous annual leave and benefits package Supportive and sociable company culture with regular team events Real opportunities for career progression within a respected independent consultancy If you're looking to take on more responsibility, lead exciting projects, and join a team that genuinely values collaboration and creativity, this is the ideal next step in your planning career. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation about this opportunity

Senior Planner / Associate Planner Location: Stevenage Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a long-established, award-winning multidisciplinary practice in their search for a Senior Planner / Associate Planner to join their respected and expanding planning team. This well-regarded consultancy combines planning and architectural expertise, delivering high-quality work across a diverse range of sectors. With a strong reputation, excellent client relationships and impressive staff retention, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional seeking long-term career progression. The Role The successful candidate will work on a broad mix of projects, supporting an established client base while helping drive the team's continued growth. Key responsibilities include: Project managing planning applications of varying scales and complexity Preparing Local Plan representations Undertaking site appraisals Leading and contributing to appeal work Mentoring and supporting junior staff Playing an active role in business development and client engagement This position offers clear progression, increasing autonomy, and the opportunity to become involved in wider business management as your role develops. About You Relevant experience in town planning (private or public sector) Full MRTPI membership Strong project management skills Confident communicator with the ability to build strong client relationships Experience mentoring junior team members Proactive, commercially aware, and keen to contribute to business growth What's on Offer Competitive salary Company pension scheme Performance-related bonus Strong career progression opportunities Supportive, collaborative team environment Commitment to equal opportunities Interested? For applications, or for more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Josh Jones at (url removed) or call (phone number removed)

A design-led consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior/Associate Town Planner to lead diverse planning projects. The role includes mentoring junior staff and collaborating with design specialists. Candidates should be MRTPI qualified with a strong track record in client relationship management and project leadership. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and a supportive culture that encourages professional growth.

An independent planning consultancy in Central London is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to manage diverse planning projects across London and the South East. This role offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary with bonuses. The ideal candidate has MRTPI qualifications, strong consultancy background, and excellent client management skills. Join a sociable and supportive culture where you can advance your career and lead exciting projects.

Town Planner Bournemouth £30,000 - £45,000 DOE Carrington West are assisting their client in their search for a Town Planning Consultant on a permanent basis. We have an exciting opportunity to join a growing planning consultancy and the role is open to candidates from both the private and the public sector. You will need: A minimum of 2 years' experience. RTPI Qualified or working towards completion. Ability to work under pressure and often to tight deadlines. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel in the UK. Experience managing projects previously. Benefits: Competitive Salary Packages Generous annual leave entitlement Hybrid working. You will be working in a collaborative manner with both colleagues and clients whilst having the chance to manage your own caseload, while assisting with some of the larger and more complicated projects the consultancy has. The company are offering a completely flexible working arrangement which can be discussed in the interview. Experience in a planning consultancy or local authority is a must. Please note that applications won't be considered without the criteria being met. The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in interview or upon application. This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. To avoid missing out, please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on .

About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.Tetra Tech Ecology team won the CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year Award and Large Scale Mitigation Award in 2023. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They help our clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive.We need the very best designers, project managers, engineers, surveyors, town planners, environmental specialists and business service professionals to maintain our reputation as a market leader.We do this by taking care of our people; offering fantastic flexible benefits, providing personal and professional development, and giving employees the opportunity to work on exciting and ground-breaking projects. We dont want Tetra Tech to be just your next role, we want it to be a step-change in your career and ultimately a move that you are proud to have made. The Role: As Tetra Tech builds on its demonstrable track record as one of the leading global environmental consultancies, we are seeking a talented?senior ecologist with ornithology experience to join our national team.With ambitions to grow our UK presence to emulate the success of the global business, we are looking for an experienced ornithologist to join our established network of over 95 ecologists with the energy to contribute to a diverse project portfolio. We are looking for an ornithologist who has experience of projects across diverse sectors, with the confidence to liaise with clients and stakeholders and a desire to manage / mentor other members of the team. Project management and the ability to deliver multiple projects to high client expectations within fixed deadlines is an essential requirement of the role. Candidates keen to mentor junior staff are highly desirable, as well those who are proactive at collaborating, have good financial awareness and can efficiently review technical reports. A relevant degree or previous consultancy experience, full driving licence, membership of (or eligibility to join) CIEEM and a legal entitlement to work in the UK are essential for this role. We encourage our ecologists to lead on projects that align with their technical skillset and expertise and will provide inhouse project management training and an array of technical training.With an eye for detail and a desire to deliver to high standards, a key element of this role will be to provide support and feedback to colleagues on project deliverables, drawing on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. Given the variety of projects we work on, the Senior Ornithologist would need to have strong field skills and ambitions to develop their technical skills in line with project requirements. It would be beneficial if the individual has other skills and experience outside of ornithology too. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer professional ecology advice across a breadth of sectors including residential, defence, energy, government services and transport. With over 95 permanent ecologists, we can draw on the knowledge of our technical experts to develop the best solutions. Examples of projects we currently work on include: Winter bird surveys to assess potential impacts of developments on European sites Winter, passage and breeding bird surveys of wind farm sites in the North East and Scotland Winter bird surveys to support extensive Habitat Regulations works including nocturnal passage surveys Breeding bird surveys or large greenfield sites including Local Wildlife Sites The role will require work with colleagues from across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects so a willingness to understand how other parts of the business work would be advantageous.Our success is, in part, due to our established and long-lasting relationships with clients and the role will involve working closely with clients across a range of sectors including Residential, Defence, Infrastructure, Energy and Government Services. Flexible Working: We operate fully flexible, hybrid working which allows our ecologists to choose where, how and when they work as long as our clients are receiving the high-quality service they expect. We focus on talent and skills, not postcode. The role will require site work as well as working closely with ecologists, clients and colleagues from other teams so may require some time at an office or alternative working space to suit those involved. We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced or compressed hours and flexible start or finish times. We can offer a range of solutions to help you get the most out of your work / life balance.We are supportive of flexible working but will require you to attend offices, events or sites as necessary to deliver the role. About the Team: Multi-award winning ecology team; recently winning CIEEM Large Consultancy of the Year and Large Scale Mitigation project in 2023. Over 95 permanent ecologists across 13 offices working as one cohesive team. Time away from home minimised. IT systems allow seamless remote and flexible working, so proximity to an office is not a barrier we focus on talents & skills, not postcode.Our ecologists can work on the projects that interest them and deliver them to the highest standards. Cars or car allowances to every member of the team regardless of grade, including for personal use. Established TOIL system to allow time management to suit specific personal needs alongside seasonal demands. Career frameworks provide clarity on how to progress. We encourage the development of well-rounded ecologists who can talk about all stages of a project. We offer extensive internal and external training and mentoring, including from our inhouse experts along with all team face to face training. Bat handling licence incentivisation scheme to thank ecologists who spend time and effort in achieving their licence - we know it's not easy! And to show our support of personal development, we award a significant financial bonus to anyone achieving Chartered Environmentalist/Ecologist status through CIEEM. We work closely with many other teams, including our own Planners, Archaeologists, Landscape Architects, Masterplanners and Engineers. With a culture of openness, there is always someone within the business who can provide advice and support for almost any query. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting For more information on our company, please visit our website at. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the careers section of our website. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010. JBRP1_UKTJ

Anderselite is proud to be working with a fast-growing, employee-owned placemaking consultancy that's expanding its planning team across both Cardiff and Bristol. With an exciting pipeline of nationally significant projects, they are now looking to appoint a Senior or Associate Town Planner to help shape the future of towns, cities, and communities across the UK click apply for full job details

Senior Town Planner Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career? This Senior Town Planner / Associate Director opportunity in Crawley is the perfect chance to join a respected and growing consultancy where you will be trusted to lead projects, manage clients, and shape your own career pathway. This independent consultancy has established an excellent reputation for delivering successful planning outcomes across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. With a strong pipeline of exciting projects, they are now seeking a Senior Town Planner / Associate Director to join their team. You will benefit from a flexible, hybrid working model, supportive colleagues, and clear opportunities for progression into senior leadership. The Role As a Senior Town Planner / Associate Director, you will be managing a wide range of projects from start to finish, working closely with clients and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning solutions. You will have autonomy to take ownership of your work, while also contributing to the growth and direction of the business. This is a role where your ideas will be valued, and you will be given the platform to make a meaningful impact. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior colleagues and supporting the consultancy's collaborative team culture. Whether you are stepping up from Senior Planner level or already operating as an Associate Director, this role offers the scope to grow and thrive in a supportive environment. Skills and Experience You will bring: MRTPI qualification (or working towards it). Strong experience in development management, policy, or private sector planning. Proven ability to independently manage projects and clients. Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for town planning. Salary and Benefits You will receive a competitive salary (DOE), plus: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Clear progression opportunities into leadership. Autonomy and trust to manage your own projects. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Apply Now This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing consultancy. If you're a driven and ambitious planner looking for your next challenge, apply today to take the next step in your career as a Senior Town Planner / Associate Director in Crawley. You can call me on (phone number removed) if you have any questions!

Birmingham, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom Location/s: London or Birmingham, UK Recruiter contact: Andrea Gaffney Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the Business Unit The Buildings Unit (BLD) has a major presence in Mott MacDonald's regional offices throughout the UK and mainland Europe, providing a wide range of diverse and transferable cross sector skills across five key Sectors; Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation and Water. We also provide local services to customers and technical leadership to the rest of the Group in these sectors. About Cities Studio This role sits within Mott MacDonald's Cities Studio team. Cities Studio brings together economists, planners, and urban designers to deliver integrated urban development solutions that help communities and businesses thrive. Based in London, we work on high profile projects across the UK and internationally, covering: Economic development strategy and policy Town centre and urban regeneration Transport hubs and transit oriented development Mixed use neighbourhoods and urban quarters 'Campus style' developments for healthcare, education, and industry About Place Economics Place Economists are an integral part of Cities Studio. Our Place Economists provide public and private sector clients with business cases, economic strategies, funding advice, and impact assessments to support development schemes. Crucially, they also collaborate with spatial planning teams on viability, funding, and growth strategies-bringing together our economics and design offer for our clients. Overview of the role Due to the expansion of Cities Studio, we are seeking a Senior / Principal Economics Consultant to support our growing team. You will lead and deliver projects, manage small teams, and contribute to business development. This role offers significant career progression, including opportunities to develop technical expertise and move into leadership positions. You will work across a wide range of projects in many sectors, which could include: economic strategy and policy advice; evidence reviews for regional, town and neighbourhood based spatial planning; business case advice; socio economic impact analysis; and developing quantitative and qualitative research tools and further developing our existing models. Your responsibilities will include the following technical, project management and team management responsibilities. You may not have experience across all technical activities, as we recognise you may have a specific focus within the portfolio. Key Responsibilities and Duties Collaborate with planners and designers on place based strategies Manage and further develop our evidence based research to support strategies, regeneration, and development programmes Develop and deliver economic and financial appraisals, Five Case business cases, feasibility studies and impact assessments Provide economic development strategy advice Manage projects, budgets, and client relationships including day to day contact and project management Lead proposal development and tender responses Mentor junior colleagues and support team growth Designing and facilitating workshops with diverse disciplines and senior stakeholders Produce technical and narrative led reports, action plans, and presentations Bachelors Degree in Economics, Economic Development, Finance, Geography, Social Science, Urban Planning, or related field (Masters degree desirable) Experience working in similar roles, most likely within a multi disciplinary or specialist place economics consultancy, or the public sector Project experience in the fields of economic development, regeneration, transit oriented development, placemaking or similar fields Familiarity with HM Treasury Green Book and Five Case Business Cases (BBC Practitioner desirable) A strong personal and professional interest in socio economic and urban development Experience in economic strategy, policy, business cases, and appraisal Proven project management and business development experience Strong analytical skills, including financial modelling and/or GIS Knowledge of land use economics and property development Our team works in offices across the country, so you should be comfortable in a hybrid (in person and virtual) working environment. You should be analytical and approach projects with creative solutions. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Benefits Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with everyday health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities. Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.

Job Title: Senior Town Planner to Associate Director Salary: £35,000 - £65,000 DOE Location: Skipton (Remote/Flexible Options Available) Are you a Chartered Town Planner with a strong background in the private sector? Ready to make an impact in the rural planning space while enjoying the flexibility of remote working? We're looking for an experienced and proactive professional to join our growing team, working exclusively on rural projects. This is an opportunity to step into a Senior to Associate-level role where you'll hit the ground running and make a real difference. About the Role: Deliver expert planning advice on diverse rural projects across the UK. Work autonomously with minimal supervision, showcasing your ability to thrive outside of a traditional office setting. Drive business development initiatives, building relationships and expanding our client base in the rural sector. Support and mentor junior team members as needed. What We're Looking For: Chartered (MRTPI or equivalent) with proven private sector experience. A strong understanding of rural planning, with experience delivering results on rural-focused projects. Self-starter attitude - you're confident working independently and managing your own workload. Excellent communication and business development skills to win and retain clients. What's on Offer: Competitive salary: £36,000-£60,000 (based on experience). Private healthcare. Annual bonus Wellness lounge to support your mental and physical well-being. Birthday off and Christmas shutdown period. Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle. Experience in a planning consultancy is a must. Please note that applications won't be considered without the criteria being met. The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in an interview or upon application. This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed). Job Reference: 60235

Graduate Town Planner & Senior Town Planner - London or Kent £25,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Leading Construction & Development Consultancy Are you looking to take the next step in your town planning career within a dynamic, forward-thinking consultancy? I'm working with a large, multidisciplinary construction consultancy that boasts its own in-house planning team, offering a fantastic opportunity for both Graduate and Senior Town Planners to join their growing offices in London or Kent. The Company This well-established consultancy works across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, and infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of exciting projects and a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, you'll be working alongside architects, engineers, and project managers to deliver successful developments from concept to completion. The Role You'll be involved in all aspects of the planning process, including: Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy research Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders Supporting the preparation of planning statements and reports Assisting in strategic land promotion and large-scale development schemes Senior-level candidates will also take on client-facing responsibilities, mentor junior staff, and manage projects with greater autonomy. About You RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Ideally working towards (or already holding) MRTPI status Strong report writing, communication, and analytical skills A proactive attitude with a genuine interest in planning and development (For Senior Planners) Previous experience within a consultancy or developer-led environment What's on Offer Competitive salary between £25,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience) Hybrid and flexible working options Excellent career progression with full RTPI support for graduates Opportunity to work on major projects across the UK Supportive, collaborative team culture within a highly respected consultancy If you're looking to develop your planning career with a company that values innovation, growth, and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your CV or contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed)