Associate Town Planner - StevenageLocation: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Hybrid/Flexible Working Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentAre you an accomplished planning professional with the confidence to lead projects and provide trusted advice? A respected independent architecture and planning practice - known for delivering high-quality, client-focused planning and design services across a broad range of sectors - is seeking an Associate Town Planner to join their Stevenage team.About the RoleIn this senior position, you will take responsibility for managing planning workstreams from feasibility and strategy through to submission, negotiation and delivery. You''ll work closely with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive planning outcomes, while helping to grow the consultancy''s planning offer. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a close-knit practice with strong local roots and a varied project portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage a portfolio of planning projects from inception to determinationPrepare and coordinate planning applications, appeals, supporting statements and technical reportsProvide strategic planning advice and interpret planning policy to support development objectivesBuild and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationshipsMentor and support junior planners and contribute to team developmentSupport business development activities and contribute to growth