Senior Planner – London 

The opportunity

• Varied project portfolio: Lead on planning applications, appeals, site appraisals, planning strategies and development plan representations.
  

• Client exposure: Work directly with leading developers, occupiers, investment institutions, local planning authorities and public/third sector bodies.
  

• Influence outcomes: Shape strategy through all stages of the planning process, producing robust, insight -led advice.
  

• Career platform: Clear progression, high visibility with clients, and scope to mentor junior colleagues.
  

What you’ll do

• Prepare, coordinate and submit planning applications, appeals and supporting documents.
  

• Undertake site appraisals and due diligence; identify risks, opportunities and mitigation.
  

• Draft planning strategies and development plan representations.
  

• Engage with stakeholders and authorities to negotiate positive outcomes.
  

• Present confidently—written reports, client briefings and committee -facing material.
  

• Contribute to bids, thought leadership and business development.
  

What you’ll bring

• Qualifications: 2:1 (or equivalent) first degree; ideally a Master’s in an RTPI/RICS -accredited subject. MRTPI (chartered) is expected.
  

• Experience: Strong track record across mixed -use/urban schemes with clear exposure to London planning.
  

• Skills: Excellent communication, analysis and report writing; sound judgement; ability to manage competing deadlines and solve problems proactively.
  

• Commercial mindset: Comfortable contributing to marketing, innovation and winning work.
  

• Team ethos: Collaborative, supportive and keen to help develop others.
  

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary plus profit -share bonus in a staff -owned model.
  

• Flexible working and a supportive, collaborative culture with regular team and client events.
  

• Structured development: real responsibility, mentoring and training to accelerate your growth.
  

• Inclusive hiring: Our client welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the process.
  

How to apply

Send your CV (and a short covering note) to [email protected]or call07789 371470 for a confidential conversation.

If your profile aligns, we’ll be in touch to arrange interviews at a convenient time.