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Town Planner / Senior Town Planner - UK Planning Consultancy (Bedford / Hybrid) Town Planning Opportunity with an Independent, Client-Focused Practice We're partnered with a well-regarded, mid-sized planning consultancy based in Bedford, delivering strategic and development-focused planning services across the UK for a diverse range of public and private sector clients. With a strong reputation for high-quality, commercially astute planning advice, this practice is seeking to expand its team with an experienced Town Planner or Senior Town Planner. This independent consultancy has built a reputable presence since 2012, providing comprehensive planning services across all development scales and sectors, including planning strategy, development management, appeals, consultation, land supply matters, EIA support, project management and S106/CIL negotiation. Role Overview As a Town Planner / Senior Town Planner, you will be a key member of the planning team, contributing to project delivery and client engagement across the full planning lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead or support the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation. Provide pragmatic planning advice to clients across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land projects. Advise on planning strategy, policy interpretation, risk management and negotiation with local planning authorities. Contribute to site appraisals, community engagement and development plan representations. Assist with or take responsibility for mentoring junior colleagues (depending on seniority). About You We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate: Town Planner: A strong foundation in planning consultancy or related roles with an understanding of the UK planning system. Senior Town Planner: Chartered (RTPI) or working towards chartership, with significant consultancy experience, strong project leadership and client management skills. Excellent written communication - able to produce clear planning statements and client reports. Commercial awareness, confidence in stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage competing priorities. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package (dependent on experience). Hybrid working with flexibility between home and office. Broad, varied workload with genuine responsibility and exposure to high-profile planning matters. A supportive, collegiate environment with professional development opportunities.

Job title: Town Planner Location: Bedford Salary: Flexible Town Planner - BedfordBedford |Full-time | Private Planning ConsultancyCompetitive Salary + Benefits (DOE) I'm currently working with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy based in Bedford that is looking to appoint a talented Town Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planning professional to develop their career within a supportive, commercially focused environment that works across a diverse portfolio of projects. The Opportunity You'll be joining a well-established consultancy with a strong regional presence and an expanding client base. The team works across a broad range of sectors including: Residential (strategic and immediate) Commercial and mixed-use Rural and land promotion Local plan representations and appeals You will play an active role in managing planning applications, preparing supporting documentation, liaising with local authorities, and advising clients throughout the planning process. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals Drafting planning statements and supporting documents Managing projects from instruction through to decision Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients Engaging with stakeholders, local authorities, and consultants Assisting with site appraisals and development strategy work About You MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership Experience within a consultancy or local authority environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and client-facing confidence Ability to manage multiple projects effectively This role would suit someone at Planner or Senior Planner level who is looking to step into a position with genuine progression opportunities. What's on Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Supportive, close-knit team environment Clear career progression pathway Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio Flexible working arrangements If you're a proactive and ambitious Town Planner looking for your next move in Bedford, I'd be delighted to have a confidential conversation.

Job title: Senior Town Planner Location: Bedford Salary: Flexible An excellent opportunity has opened for a Senior Town Planner to join a Planning and Development Practice on a permanent basis in the Bedford area. My client specializes within Commerical, Residential, Mixed Used, Rural and more projects! We are looking for the candidate to have the relevant experience within Town Planning (MSc and a mix of public and private sector experience). On offer is taking the reins of your own projects, with an excellent salary and a flexible working arrangement in place. If you are interested in this role then please call Katy on or and forward your CV to