Town Planner

<p><strong>Town Planner - Rural Planning Consultancy</strong><strong>Location:</strong> Knutsford <strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience<strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time, permanent</p><p>I'm partnering with a well-established rural planning consultancy that supports landowners, farmers, and rural businesses across the UK. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, specialising in agricultural, equestrian, and rural development projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a <strong>Town Planner</strong> to join their friendly and dedicated team.</p><strong>The Role</strong><p>As a Town Planner, you will:</p><ul><li><p>Manage a varied caseload of rural and agricultural planning projects</p></li><li><p>Prepare and submit planning applications, appraisals, and supporting reports</p></li><li><p>Undertake site visits and liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Provide clear, accurate planning guidance tailored to rural land use and development</p></li><li><p>Support senior planners on more complex schemes, with the opportunity to progress quickly</p></li></ul><strong>About You</strong><p>We're looking for someone who:</p><ul><li><p>Has a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline</p></li><li><p>Is MRTPI qualified or working toward chartership</p></li><li><p>Has experience in a planning consultancy or local authority (rural/agricultural experience is a bonus but not essential)</p></li><li><p>Can manage projects independently and communicate confidently with clients</p></li><li><p>Enjoys variety and has a genuine interest in rural development</p></li></ul><strong>Why Join?</strong><ul><li><p>Work with a respected rural consultancy known for high-quality service</p></li><li><p>Supportive environment with real opportunities for progression</p></li><li><p>Flexible working arrangements</p></li><li><p>Exposure to diverse, interesting rural projects</p></li><li><p>Friendly, down-to-earth team culture</p></li></ul><p>If you're a motivated planner looking to develop your career within a specialist rural environment, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>To apply or find out more, please get in touch.</strong></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?aP%2fblHlMLSvkVgqhhoh13fmE9PjJ%2bVw%2fr" width="0" height="0" />