Planner/Senior Planner

MEP is a specialist town planning consultancy comprising a compact team which delivers innovative services for clients; planning and regeneration, research, leading-edge engagement, strategy and policy development.  Involved in a range of projects including eco towns, large urban extensions, rural estates, residential and commercial development, MEP works on projects across a wide range of locations within the UK.

As a small business, MEP can be more flexible and adaptable than larger practices, providing an exemplary planning service to its clients.  Our team offers an excellent training and development regime, which is geared towards ensuring that you reach your potential. 

Based within our offices in Cheltenham, there is an opportunity for a planner/senior planner to join a growing and ambitious company within roles which offer progression and professional development.

The Role

Assisting senior staff on the co-ordination and preparation of large-scale and complex mixed use residential and/or commercial planning applications. Leading projects involving pre-application enquiries, planning applications, applications for Listed Building Consent and planning appeals. Supporting colleagues in larger, strategic projects.

The Right Person

  • 2 – 3 years experience in the planning profession with a good understanding of UK planning system.
  • Degree in Town Planning or related discipline, and RTPI accredited.
  • Working towards or having obtained Chartership of the RTPI
  • Desire to work in a small but fast-growing company.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong work ethic
  • Full driving licence

Benefits include:

  • Competitive pay.
  • Holiday allowance
  • Pension contributions.
  • Gym membership
  • Payment of professional subscriptions.
  • Strong technical training and mentoring.
  • Working with a small, friendly, fun team allowing access to a variety of planning projects.

Interested…

Please contact Anne Pawsey (AnnePawsey@morganelliot.co.uk) with your covering letter and CV.