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Principal/Associate Planner

  • Location:

    Reading, Reading

  • Sector:

    Residential Development & Town Planning

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £45,000 - £60,000 per annum

  • Job ref:

    JN -092024-82521_1726821959

  • Published:

    20 September 2024

  • Expiry date:

    19 November 2024

  • Start date:

    ASAP

Are you a town planner with a passion for the built environment and client relationships? Is your firm not ambitious enough for you, or are you just looking for a change? Then please get in touch! We are currently working exclusively with a busy national planning team who have a number of offices across the UK, who are keen to grow with a senior hire in their office in the Reading area.

Their clients including private developers and landowners, as well as strategic land promoters and local authorities - working across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and retail. With a commitment to excellence and close client-relationships, they offer a flexible working environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Your responsibilities will include:

· Managing a pipeline of a diverse range of projects

· Conducting research and analysis to support planning proposals.

· Engaging with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities, and starting to do business development.

· Delegating and mentoring junior team members.

· Collaborating with the team to ensure projects meet deadlines and objectives.

What we are looking for:

· Someone with local knowledge of the South East/Thames Valley region.

· Town Planning experience in consultancy or local authority, with ideally six years at least in industry.

· Enthusiasm for urban planning and a strong desire to learn and grow.

· Excellent research and analytical skills.

· Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.

· Eagerness to contribute to the success of projects and the team.

What You'll Gain in return for your hard work:

· Opportunities for career progression within a reputable consultancy.

· Competitive compensation package.

· A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Please apply here or give me (Sheirani) a call to discuss. My client is looking to find the right candidate as soon as possible - so if in doubt, do get in touch. I also have other clients and roles that may be of interest.

If you do not hear anything back within one week, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, but I will retain your details for future roles.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via ssavarimuthu@cobaltrecruitment.com.