๐ Town Planner- Oxford
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Zodiac Recruitment
FULL_TIME- ๐ Location: Oxfordshire
- ๐ Posted: Oct 28, 2025
 ๏ธ Town Planner โ Oxford 
  Location: Oxford (hybrid working available)
  Sector: Town Planning | Consultancy / Private Sector / Local Authority
  Salary: ยฃ35,000 โ ยฃ45,000 (DOE) + benefits
  Full-time | Permanent 
Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next move in a city known for its innovation, heritage, and development opportunities? We're working with a highly regarded planning consultancy in Oxford thatโs seeking a talented and motivated planner to join their growing team.
With a strong pipeline of work across Oxfordshire and the South East โ including residential, mixed-use, commercial, and strategic land projects โ this is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in one of the UKโs most dynamic planning environments.
The Role:
Youโll take ownership of a variety of planning projects, supporting clients ranging from landowners and developers to local authorities and institutions. This is a well-rounded role that combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and client engagement.
Key responsibilities:
-  Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals 
-  Conducting site appraisals and providing planning advice 
-  Drafting planning statements and supporting documentation 
-  Engaging with clients, consultants, and local planning authorities 
-  Supporting and mentoring junior planners where appropriate 
-  Contributing to business development and maintaining client relationships 
โ What Weโre Looking For:
-  Degree in Town Planning or related field 
-  MRTPI (or close to chartership) 
-  2โ5+ years of experience in planning (consultancy or local authority) 
-  Confident communicator with strong report-writing and presentation skills 
-  Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple projects 
Why Join?
-  Work on high-profile projects in a city with both growth and heritage challenges 
-  Join a forward-thinking, collaborative team with excellent leadership 
-  Clear career progression and support with CPD and training 
-  Hybrid working and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle 
-  Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and a strong benefits package 
Oxford is undergoing significant transformation โ from infrastructure and housing to innovation-led growth โ and this is your chance to be part of shaping its future.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role.
Hurry โ interviews are being scheduled daily!