Senior Planner

Company: Rise Technical Recruitment
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Location: Taunton
Job Description:

Senior Planner

Permanent

Location: Taunton, Somerset. Hybrid working available.

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + Bonus + Progression + Professional Development + Birthday Off + Christmas Shutdown + Pension + EAP Support + Mileage + Long-Term Career Growth.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Planner to join a growing rural planning and design consultancy working on a wide range of high-quality countryside and agricultural projects across the UK. The role offers long-term progression, flexibility, professional development support, and the opportunity to become a key figure within a highly ambitious business.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Work on a wide range of rural planning and development projects.
  • Manage relationships with clients, planning officers, and stakeholders.
  • Prepare and submit planning applications and supporting documentation.
  • Hybrid office-based role with flexibility available.
  • Long-term progression into leadership or regional management positions.
  • Further training and professional qualifications supported (RTPI, RICS, RIBA, CIAT, etc.).

Qualifications

  • Planning experience, ideally within rural, agricultural, or land-based projects.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Commercial awareness and negotiation ability.
  • Understanding of permitted development and rural planning legislation.
  • Team player with a proactive and personable attitude.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
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    Posted: June 1st, 2026