Town Planner

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Job Description

Kickstart or grow your planning career with a leading UK housebuilder.

Are you passionate about shaping the places where people live? Whether you're just out of university or looking to take the next step in your planning journey, this is your chance to make a real impact on housing and communities across the UK.

I'm on the lookout for a motivated and ambitious Town Planner with 0–4 years of experience to join our growing in-house planning team. You’ll be working across a diverse range of residential development projects, helping to turn land into thriving, sustainable communities.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
Monitoring and interpreting local plans, planning policy, and housing supply data
Assisting in the planning strategy for new land acquisitions
Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and internal departments (Land, Technical, Design)
Supporting community engagement and public consultation processes
Preparing reports, site appraisals, and planning statements
Contributing to pre-application discussions and planning committee meetings

What We’re Looking For

A degree in Town Planning, Urban Studies, Geography or a related field (RTPI accredited or working towards accreditation)
0–4 years of experience in planning – ideally in a local authority, consultancy, or developer environment
A solid understanding of the UK planning system
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks
A genuine interest in residential development and place-making

What is on offer

Competitive salary £28k - £40k based on experience
Annual bonus, pension, and comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
RTPI mentorship and support with APC (if applicable)
Ongoing professional development and CPD
Exposure to live projects and meaningful input from day one
A collaborative, supportive team culture within a business committed to building quality homes and communities

Ready to help shape the future of housing?

Whether you're just starting out or already building your planning career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or message me directly to find out more.

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Location:: Sevenoaks, England, United Kingdom
Salary:: £60,000 - £80,000
Category:: Other

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