Town Planner - ColchesterLocation: Colchester, Essex (Colchester Head Office) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentAre you an experienced planning professional looking for your next career step in a hands-on, supportive consultancy environment? A well-regarded multidisciplinary planning and development advisory practice - known for delivering clear, pragmatic planning solutions across residential, commercial and heritage sectors - is seeking a Town Planner to join their Colchester team.About the RoleIn this varied and rewarding position you''ll be responsible for driving planning projects from inception through to decision. Working closely with internal colleagues and external stakeholders, you''ll provide expert planning advice, manage applications, and deliver strategic input on land use, policy, feasibility and negotiations. This is an excellent opportunity to build your profile within a growing practice that values collaboration, quality and client-focused outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the preparation and submission of planning applications, supporting statements and technical reportsConduct detailed policy analysis, site appraisals and feasibility assessmentsEngage with clients, local authorities and third-party consultees to secure positive planning outcomesAdvise on planning policy, constraints and opportunitiesSupport appeals, condition discharge and enforcement matters as requiredMentor junior team members and contribute to enhancin