Town Planner

Town Planner - Residential DevelopmentReading, BerkshireFull-time | PermanentCompetitive salary + benefits package

I'm currently working with a well-established and highly regarded residential developer who is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their growing team based in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional who wants to play a key role in delivering high-quality housing schemes across the region.

As a Town Planner, you'll support the land and planning function in identifying, promoting, and securing residential development opportunities. You'll be involved throughout the planning lifecycle, from early-stage site assessments through to securing planning permissions.

• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications and appeals
• Conduct site appraisals and assess planning risks/opportunities
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
• Support strategic land promotion and Local Plan representations
• Monitor planning policy changes and advise the wider business
• Assist in negotiating Section 106 agreements

• Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Working towards or already MRTPI qualified (desirable)
• Previous experience within residential development, consultancy, or local authority
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, organised, and commercially aware

• Competitive basic salary
• Car allowance or company car
• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Pension contribution
• Clear career progression within a supportive team environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking developer with a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for delivering quality homes.

If you're a motivated planner looking to take the next step in your career, I'd be keen to speak with you.