22 Town Planner jobs in Tenterden

Town Planner
£35,000 - £0,000 per annum  
Ashford, Kent

We are excited to present an excellent opportunity for a skilled Town Planner to join the planning team of a highly reputable Property Consultancy based in Ashford, Kent. If you're looking to take your career to the next level, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:
As a Town Planner, you will play an integral role in a well-established and experienced team, managing a diverse range of client instructions across various sectors. Collaborating with the property and development teams, you'll have the chance to work on projects of varying sizes and complexities. With clients including house builders, developers, universities, private investors, and rural business owners, offering you a broad range of experience.

What We're Looking For:
·Experience: Ideally, you'll have 2-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a consultancy, house builder, or local authority setting, and be working towards or recently qualified (MRTPI).
·Knowledge: Familiarity with the Kent and East Sussex regions would be advantageous.
·Work Style: You should be comfortable working independently, developing your own casework over time, while receiving support from experienced planners and consultants.
·Flexibility: We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants and can offer flexible working arrangements.

The Benefits:
·Competitive Salary & Uncapped Bonus: £35,00 - 0,000 per annum, with a performance-based bonus structure to reward individual achievements.
·Professional Development: Strong support for personal and professional growth, with opportunities for networking and career advancement.
·Career Progression: Clear opportunities for career growth within the company, with the potential to take on more responsibility as you develop.

If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a dynamic and supportive team, apply today! call (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
 
Reference - 61063

Exciting Opportunity for a Town Planner in Kent

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next challenge? We have an exceptional opportunity for you to join a dynamic and highly respected planning consultancy based in Kent.

Position: Town Planner
Location: Kent
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking planning team on a variety of exciting and challenging projects. You will be involved in providing strategic planning advice, managing planning applications, preparing reports, and engaging with stakeholders. You will work across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, helping shape the future of the local environment and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking planning appraisals and providing expert advice to clients
• Preparing planning applications, reports, and submissions
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders
• Assisting with the preparation of appeals and representations
• Managing projects from inception through to completion
• Contributing to business development and helping grow the client base

The Ideal Candidate:

• A degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• MRTPI (Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute) or working towards it
• Proven experience in town planning, ideally within the UK
• Strong understanding of planning policy, legislation, and the development process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive and client-focused approach with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• The chance to work on diverse and impactful projects in a beautiful location

If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a company that offers both professional growth and a supportive work culture, we want to hear from you! Contact Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)

Exciting Opportunity for a Town Planner in Kent

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next challenge? We have an exceptional opportunity for you to join a dynamic and highly respected planning consultancy based in Kent.

Position: Town Planner
Location: Kent
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking planning team on a variety of exciting and challenging projects. You will be involved in providing strategic planning advice, managing planning applications, preparing reports, and engaging with stakeholders. You will work across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, helping shape the future of the local environment and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking planning appraisals and providing expert advice to clients
• Preparing planning applications, reports, and submissions
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders
• Assisting with the preparation of appeals and representations
• Managing projects from inception through to completion
• Contributing to business development and helping grow the client base

The Ideal Candidate:

• A degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• MRTPI (Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute) or working towards it
• Proven experience in town planning, ideally within the UK
• Strong understanding of planning policy, legislation, and the development process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive and client-focused approach with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• The chance to work on diverse and impactful projects in a beautiful location

If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a company that offers both professional growth and a supportive work culture, we want to hear from you! Contact Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)

Town Planner - Private Sector
Location: Ashford, Kent (Office-Based)
Salary: Up to £38,000 (DOE)
Hours: Full-Time
Are you a Town Planner with 1-2 years of experience looking to develop your career with a respected planning consultancy? My client, a growing private practice based in Ashford, Kent, is seeking a motivated Planner to join their dynamic team.
The ideal candidate will have experience working on rural projects and be passionate about delivering high-quality planning solutions. You will be involved in a wide range of projects, including Domestic planning applications, Change of use projects, Residential schemes, Planning appeals, Listed buildings, Section 106 agreements.
What we're looking for:
·1-2 years' experience in a planning role (private sector preferred but not essential)
·Ideally some experience with rural or countryside projects.
·Strong understanding of UK planning regulations and processes.
·Excellent communication and organisational skills.
·MRTPI (or working towards).
What is on Offer
·Competitive salary: Tailored to your experience and expertise, with room to grow.
·Career development: Mentorship and training opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals.
·Collaborative culture: Work alongside a supportive and experienced team passionate about making a difference.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a consultancy that offers varied projects, professional development, and a supportive and friendly team environment.
How to Apply
 
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply with your CV or call Georgia Cookson on (phone number removed), (url removed).
 
Job reference number: 60131
 
 
 

Town Planner
£35,000 - £0,000 per annum  
Ashford, Kent

We are excited to present an excellent opportunity for a skilled Town Planner to join the planning team of a highly reputable Property Consultancy based in Ashford, Kent. If you're looking to take your career to the next level, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:
As a Town Planner, you will play an integral role in a well-established and experienced team, managing a diverse range of client instructions across various sectors. Collaborating with the property and development teams, you'll have the chance to work on projects of varying sizes and complexities. With clients including house builders, developers, universities, private investors, and rural business owners, offering you a broad range of experience.

What We're Looking For:
·Experience: Ideally, you'll have 2-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a consultancy, house builder, or local authority setting, and be working towards or recently qualified (MRTPI).
·Knowledge: Familiarity with the Kent and East Sussex regions would be advantageous.
·Work Style: You should be comfortable working independently, developing your own casework over time, while receiving support from experienced planners and consultants.
·Flexibility: We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants and can offer flexible working arrangements.

The Benefits:
·Competitive Salary & Uncapped Bonus: £35,00 - 0,000 per annum, with a performance-based bonus structure to reward individual achievements.
·Professional Development: Strong support for personal and professional growth, with opportunities for networking and career advancement.
·Career Progression: Clear opportunities for career growth within the company, with the potential to take on more responsibility as you develop.

If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a dynamic and supportive team, apply today! call (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
 
Reference - 61063

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next career move? My client are a fast-growing developer based in Kent, and are seeking a talented and proactive Planner to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a range of residential and mixed-use development projects.

The Headlines:

Location: Kent (flexible hybrid working)

Title: Town Planner

Salary: £45,000 (dependent on experience)

Working Model: Hybrid

WHO ARE THEY?

Our client is a privately owned developer and contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable housing and mixed-use projects. With a growing pipeline of exciting developments.

WHO ARE THEY LOOKING FOR?

Our client is looking for someone who has an RTPI and/or RICS qualified. Who has at least 2 years experience in the private or public sector. Experience in residential/mixed-use development. Chartered MRTPI is preferred but not necessary. If you are passionate, ambitious and ready for a new challenge, then do not hesitate to apply!

Graduate Planner - Kent

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established housebuilder in their search for a Graduate Planner to join the team in Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their planning career within a supportive and growing business. The company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments and offers a clear pathway for professional development.

The Role
As a Graduate Planner , you will:

• Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals

• Support colleagues with site appraisals and research

• Undertake planning policy analysis and background reports

• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders

• Gain exposure to the full planning process from inception to delivery

About You

• A degree or master's in Town Planning or a related subject (RTPI accredited preferred)

• A genuine passion for planning and development, particularly within the residential sector

• Strong communication, analytical and report-writing skills

• A proactive and enthusiastic attitude, with a desire to progress towards chartered RTPI membership

What's on Offer

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package

• Full training and support towards your APC and RTPI membership

• Exposure to a wide range of residential projects

• A friendly, collaborative working environment with excellent career progression opportunities

If you are interested in this Graduate Planner position, please contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)

Graduate Town Planner - Kent - Award-Winning Residential Developer

Are you a recent graduate in Town Planning or a related discipline looking to kickstart your career in the private sector? I'm working exclusively with a well-established, design-led residential developer based in Kent that's looking to bring on board an ambitious and passionate Graduate Town Planner to support their growing planning team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work client-side, gaining exposure to high-quality housing developments from concept to completion. You'll be mentored by experienced planning professionals and be actively involved in preparing and managing planning applications, liaising with local authorities and consultants, and contributing to long-term land and development strategies.

• A rare chance to join a respected private housebuilder with a strong pipeline of projects across the South East

• Mentoring and support towards your RTPI accreditation

• Real responsibility and involvement in live planning projects from day one

• A collaborative, forward-thinking team with a genuine passion for quality housing and placemaking

• Competitive starting salary, benefits, and excellent career progression opportunities

• A degree (or Master's) in Town Planning or a closely related field

• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong written and verbal communication skills

• An interest in residential development and private sector planning

• A team player with a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment

• Ideally, some work experience (internships or placements) in planning, but not essential

This is a brilliant first step for someone eager to work in a commercially driven, design-conscious environment where you can grow your planning career in a hands-on role.

If you're ready to launch your planning career and want to learn more about this opportunity, apply today with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)

Senior Town Planner
Are you looking for the opportunity to take the next step in your planning career while working on a varied portfolio of projects in a supportive environment? This Senior Town Planner role offers you flexibility, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing consultancy.
The company is a well-established private planning practice, known for delivering high-quality results for clients across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. With a collaborative team culture and a strong reputation in the market, they are now seeking a Senior Town Planner to strengthen their team and support continued growth.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will be responsible for preparing and managing planning applications, producing site assessments, and drafting planning statements. You will be formulating strategies, liaising with local authorities, and advising clients to deliver successful outcomes. You will be working closely with colleagues while also having the autonomy to manage your own workload and develop strong client relationships.
You will be office-based three days a week, so it is essential you live within an hour of Crowborough. This arrangement provides the balance of collaboration, mentoring, and flexibility, while still giving you the space to work independently.
Skills and Experience
You will bring:
·A relevant degree in Town Planning (RTPI chartered or working towards).
·Proven experience in preparing and submitting planning applications.
·Strong communication and report-writing skills.
·The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
·A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent on your experience and will be discussed at interview. In addition, you will receive:
·25 days annual leave, plus additional paid days off during the Christmas closure.
·Company pension plan.
·Bupa private healthcare (after successful completion of probation, up to 6 months).
·A supportive and professional environment that encourages career development.
Apply Now
If you're motivated, ambitious, and ready to take on a role where your contribution will be valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Senior Town Planner and join a consultancy where you can thrive. If you have any questions do call me on (phone number removed).