Town Planner in Exeter

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Exeter | Competitive salary + benefits | Permanent

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Are you a Town Planner looking for your next opportunity with an established and forward-thinking planning consultancy?

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I’m currently working with a well-regarded planning and development consultancy that is looking to strengthen its Exeter team with the appointment of a Town Planner.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who wants to work on a varied portfolio of projects, develop their career and gain exposure to a broad range of planning matters across the South West.

The role\n

As a Town Planner, you’ll work closely with clients, colleagues, local authorities and other stakeholders, providing planning advice and supporting projects from inception through to delivery.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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• Preparing and submitting planning applications and associated documentation

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• Undertaking planning research and policy assessments

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• Providing planning advice to a range of clients

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• Supporting the preparation of planning strategies and development proposals

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• Liaising with local planning authorities and other stakeholders

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• Managing your own workload and contributing to wider project teams

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• Assisting with appeals, representations and other planning matters

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• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

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About you\n

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in planning and development who is keen to progress within a consultancy environment.

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You’ll ideally have:

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• A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline

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• Relevant experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or similar environment

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• A good understanding of the UK planning system and current planning policy

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• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

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• A commercially aware and client-focused approach

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• Membership of the RTPI, or working towards chartership, would be advantageous

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Most importantly, you’ll be proactive, personable and keen to develop your career within a collaborative team.

What’s on offer?\n

This is a genuine opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you’ll have the opportunity to work on interesting and varied projects while developing your professional experience.

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You can expect:

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• A competitive salary

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• A comprehensive benefits package

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• Flexible/hybrid working

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• Support towards professional development and chartership

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• Varied and interesting project work

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• Clear opportunities for career progression

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• A collaborative and supportive working environment

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Interested?

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If you’re a Town Planner based in Exeter or the wider South West and would like to hear more about the opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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