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    Town Planner

    Finance
    Carrington West
    Sussex, Bosham
    Permanent
    Competitive
    Hybrid

    Job Description

    Town Planner Chichester Competitive Salary + Benefits Town Planner Location: Chichester, West Sussex Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you an ambitious Town Planner looking for your next opportunity in the South East? Our client, a well-established planning consultancy based in Chichester, is seeking a motivated Town Planner to join their growing team.

    This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic development projects while developing your career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

    The Role As a Town Planner, you will be involved in all aspects of the planning process, working closely with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful planning outcomes.

    Key responsibilities include: Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.

    Undertaking planning appraisals and policy research.

    Providing planning advice to a varied client base.

    Liaising with local planning authorities and key stakeholders.

    Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation.

    Monitoring planning policy changes and relevant legislation.

    Supporting senior planners on larger and more complex projects.

    About You The successful candidate will ideally have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.

    MRTPI membership or progress towards chartership (preferred but not essential).

    Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or developer.

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

    The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

    A proactive approach and a genuine passion for planning.

    What's on Offer Competitive salary based on experience.

    Hybrid and flexible working opportunities.

    Ongoing professional development and support towards MRTPI (where applicable).

    Exposure to a broad portfolio of planning projects.

    Friendly and supportive team environment.

    Excellent career progression opportunities.

    If you're looking to take the next step in your planning career with a respected consultancy in Chichester, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today by submitting your CV, or contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion about this opportunity and other planning roles across the UK.

    Posted on August 12, 2026

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