Senior Town Planner

Salary/Rate:£40,000 - £50,000 per annum + Healthcare, pension, holidays
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:Harrogate
County:North Yorkshire
Sector:Land and Planning
Job ref:JN -092025-84254_1761161464
Post Date:22. 10. 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter

Sue Greeff
Sue Greeff
Candidate Manager - Residential development, town planning, infrastructure and renewables

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner to take the next step in their career, working on high-quality rural and countryside projects that shape sustainable development. You'll join a supportive and collaborative team that values innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and deliver a varied portfolio of planning projects across rural and mixed-use developments
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and service delivery
  • Oversee budgets, project coordination, and timelines to ensure successful outcomes
  • Identify new business opportunities and contribute to company growth
  • Provide strategic planning advice and support across multiple disciplines
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver integrated solutions

What You'll Bring

  • Chartered Planner (MRTPI) or equivalent professional qualification
  • 5+ years of post-qualification planning experience
  • Proven success in business development and project delivery
  • Strong presentation, analytical, and client management skills
  • Commercially minded, flexible, and proactive approach
  • Understanding of rural planning issues (beneficial, not essential)

Benefits

· £40k - £50k plus benefits

· Hybrid working structure with lots of flexibility

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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