Town Planner (Junior to Senior)

About the Role

Join Michie Group's dynamic planning team in Alnwick, Northumberland. As a Town Planner, you will play a pivotal role in navigating the complexities of the planning system, working on a diverse portfolio of projects that range from initial site feasibility to final planning decisions and appeals.

Main Missions

• Manage the full planning lifecycle: from initial site assessment and feasibility studies to planning decisions and appeals.
• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, preliminary surveys, and appeal processes.
• Draft high-quality planning statements, design and access statements, and associated technical reports.
• Provide clear, practical, and commercially astute planning advice to clients.
• Collaborate closely with clients, local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders to unlock development opportunities.
• Work across various sectors including rural/agricultural development, bespoke housing, leisure, tourism, and commercial land use.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience working within a local planning authority or a private consultancy firm.
• Open to ambitious graduates or professionals currently working towards RTPI accreditation.
• Ability to manage your own portfolio (depending on experience) while contributing to complex strategic projects.
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder management and client relations.

Required Skills

• Planning application management & submission
• Technical report writing (Design & Access Statements)
• Site feasibility & assessment
• Stakeholder & Local Authority liaison
• Knowledge of rural and commercial development planning

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive team environment with expert mentorship.
• Dedicated support to achieve RTPI status and continuous professional development (CPD).
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• A varied and engaging workload with regular site visits and client meetings.