Senior Town Planner
CV-LibraryBedford, BedfordshirepermanentPosted: 30 March 2026
Apply NowBennett and Game are pleased to be representing a well-established, employee-owned, planning-led multidisciplinary consultancy who are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their growing Bedford team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice delivering projects across the UK development sector.
The Bedford team is working on a strong pipeline including residential schemes of all scales, affordable housing, local plan promotion, enforcement appeals, care and retirement living developments, grey belt sites and change of use projects. You will also collaborate with internal teams across urban design, transport, sustainability and environmental disciplines.
Senior Town Planner Position Overview
Providing commercial planning advice to a diverse client base
Preparing high-quality planning reports, statements and submissions
Managing and coordinating technical consultants
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Engaging with local planning authorities and key stakeholders
Representing client interests throughout the planning process
Leading smaller projects and supporting wider team deliverySenior Town Planner Position Requirements
Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience
Strong understanding of the UK planning system
Experience across a wide range of planning applications
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projectsSenior Town Planner Position Remuneration
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE)
Hybrid working
Private healthcare
Life insurance
Company pension (salary sacrifice option)
Cycle to work scheme
Professional subscription support
Enhanced maternity packageThis is a strong opportunity for a motivated planner to join a growing office in a region set for significant development, offering clear progression and exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for
The Bedford team is working on a strong pipeline including residential schemes of all scales, affordable housing, local plan promotion, enforcement appeals, care and retirement living developments, grey belt sites and change of use projects. You will also collaborate with internal teams across urban design, transport, sustainability and environmental disciplines.
Senior Town Planner Position Overview
Providing commercial planning advice to a diverse client base
Preparing high-quality planning reports, statements and submissions
Managing and coordinating technical consultants
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Engaging with local planning authorities and key stakeholders
Representing client interests throughout the planning process
Leading smaller projects and supporting wider team deliverySenior Town Planner Position Requirements
Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience
Strong understanding of the UK planning system
Experience across a wide range of planning applications
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projectsSenior Town Planner Position Remuneration
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE)
Hybrid working
Private healthcare
Life insurance
Company pension (salary sacrifice option)
Cycle to work scheme
Professional subscription support
Enhanced maternity packageThis is a strong opportunity for a motivated planner to join a growing office in a region set for significant development, offering clear progression and exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for