Senior to Associate Town Planner

Salary/Rate:£40000.00 - £60000.00 per annum + Healthcare, pension, holidays
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:Basingstoke
County:Hampshire
Sector:Land and Planning
Job ref:JN -052025-83740_1772119330
Post Date:26. 02. 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

This is your chance to take on a pivotal role in a respected and growing planning consultancy. As a Senior to Associate Planner, you'll work independently across a wide range of planning projects, delivering insightful, tailored advice and building lasting client relationships. You'll also play a key part in driving new business, positioning yourself as a trusted expert in the field.

Perfect for someone who thrives in a strategic, autonomous environment and is looking to elevate their career with high-impact work and leadership opportunities in supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Deliver expert planning advice across a range of development types
  • Manage end-to-end planning applications, appeals, and site promotions
  • Represent clients at committees, hearings, and public inquiries
  • Oversee project teams and coordinate input from specialist consultants
  • Lead client communications and maintain strong long-term relationships
  • Contribute to business development-winning new work for yourself and others
  • Support internal initiatives and mentor junior team members

Your Expertise

  • Chartered Member of the RTPI.
  • Extensive, diverse planning experience (private sector background essential).
  • Deep understanding of planning policy and development processes.
  • Skilled in preparing and managing all forms of planning applications, appeals, and policy representations.
  • Strong project leadership and communication skills.
  • Commercial awareness and self-motivation.

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Autonomy to shape your career and lead meaningful projects
  • You'll enjoy a people-first, supportive working environment that values your input and ideas.
  • A supportive culture that values growth, quality, and innovation
  • Salary: Competitive and based on level of experience

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 sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.

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