Town Planner

Town Planner Tunbridge Wells, Kent Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits An established, design-led architectural practice is seeking a Town Planner to join its close-knit team in Tunbridge Wells. This RIBA-chartered consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential and heritage-led projects, with a focus on traditional architecture, sustainability, and sensitive design within the Kent and Sussex region. Working across projects including new homes, extensions, listed buildings, and rural developments, the team provides a collaborative, hands-on environment with real involvement across the full project lifecycle. The Role You will support and lead on a range of planning projects, working closely with architects, clients, and local authorities. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals • Advising on planning policy, constraints, and site development potential • Supporting design teams to ensure proposals align with local and national policy • Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders • Producing planning statements, heritage statements, and supporting documentation • Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility studies You will gain exposure to a wide variety of residential and small-scale commercial schemes, often in sensitive or constrained planning contexts. About You • Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline • Working towards or recently achieved MRTPI (or equivalent) • Experience in a consultancy or architectural practice preferred • Good understanding of the UK planning system (ideally within the South East) • Strong report writing and communication skills • Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team Why Apply? • Join a respected, design-focused practice with a strong regional reputation • Work on bespoke, high-quality projects rather than volume-led schemes • Gain hands-on experience across the full planning and design process • Supportive, collaborative team environment • Tunbridge Wells office location with excellent project variety across Kent & Sussex Interested? For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.