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Senior Town Planner - Bournemouth

Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to step into a senior role within a respected and fast-growing consultancy on the South Coast?

Our client - a highly regarded, independent planning and development consultancy based in Bournemouth - is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their collaborative and dynamic team. Known for delivering expert planning advice and securing high-profile planning permissions across the South and beyond, they work with a diverse range of clients including developers, architects, landowners, and private individuals.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Town Planner, you'll play a key role in delivering successful planning outcomes for a varied project portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You'll work closely with clients and local authorities, prepare robust planning applications, and provide strategic planning advice from site appraisal to appeal.

You'll be joining a small but highly experienced and friendly team, offering real responsibility, autonomy, and the chance to progress your career in a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage your own caseload of planning applications, appeals, and site promotions

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Provide high-level planning advice to clients and stakeholders

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Prepare and submit planning applications, design and access statements, and supporting reports

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Represent clients at appeals, hearings, and public consultations

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Support and mentor junior members of the team

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Keep abreast of local and national planning policy changes

About You:

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MRTPI qualified (or very close to chartership)

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At least 4-5 years' experience in planning (private consultancy or local authority)

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Excellent knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy

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Strong report writing and communication skills

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A proactive, commercially aware mindset and the confidence to manage client relationships

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A full UK driving licence is essential

What's on Offer:

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Competitive salary of £45,000-£60,000 depending on experience

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Discretionary bonus

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Flexible working with a hybrid model (2-3 days in office per week)

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Excellent career progression opportunities

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A collaborative, professional working culture where your input is truly valued

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected, growing consultancy where your work will make a real impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and enjoy a varied, rewarding role on the beautiful South Coast, we'd love to hear from you.