Looking for a career in planning?
At Arrow Planning, we are always interested to hear from people who care about good planning and want to be part of a supportive, ambitious team.
We work on a wide range of projects and take pride in making a positive contribution through good planning. Our team is friendly and non-hierarchical, giving people the chance to learn, get involved and build strong working relationships.
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Our 3 key Principles:
Quality, Effectiveness and EfficiencyArrow Planning Ltd is a forward thinking Planning Consultancy based in Buckinghamshire. We have over 60 years’ experience within the public and private sectors. Arrow is a small, relaxed team of 12 with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere and a shared vision to bring forward positive growth in our communities. We work on a wide range of projects, with a particular focus on strategic development schemes which require a holistic and multi-disciplinary environment to assess, promote and deliver high-quality developments. Our work ranges from residential, commercial, renewable energy, minerals & waste and healthcare.
We aspire for high quality, effectiveness and efficiency in all that we do, with a passion to drive the business forward whilst offering a consistent quality of valuable service to our clients. We are committed to the well-being of our team and provide a vibrant and positive working environment for all. We offer great opportunities for development, growth and fun, including team away days, and support with mental and physical health.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team for a Graduate/Town Planner with 0-2 years’ experience. -
You would be working on a variety of projects to support the team and work alongside our co consultants to advise clients on the promotion of development schemes through Local Plans and planning applications.
We value people with excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, with a desire to learn, grow and develop wider skills. In the role you will be expected to
- Establish and strengthen relationships with colleagues, consultants and clients;
- Work within multi-disciplinary teams to deliver the highest quality results;
- Support colleagues at all levels, as part of a one team approach;
- Prepare reports, technical assessments, and provide expert advice;
- Work efficiently, effectively and honestly, leading by example and striving to deliver the best results possible.
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At least a 2:1 or equivalent at first degree, a Masters degree in RTPI accredited subject and you will have obtained your MRTPI or be on the path to chartership.
We would expect our candidate to have a proactive approach with their time management for a variety of projects and aspire to demonstrate high-quality working practices in support of our three key principles. Strong analytical skills are required for the role. We would like our candidate to have strong writing and presentation skills with a commitment to continue to innovate and improve our forward-thinking approach.
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- Flexible working and remote work options
- Location close to town centre and train station with on-site cycle, car parking and EV charging
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Casual/relaxed working environment
- A great team culture with team events throughout the year
- Supportive working practices
- Wide variety of projects, in different sectors and at different scales
- Healthcare package including gym membership
- A day off during the month of your Birthday
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Creating a culture that is equal and welcoming to all.
Inclusivity is the foundation of our practices; we want to celebrate you and we actively encourage our employees to reach their goals. We embrace diversity and we are committed to building a team that welcomes people of all backgrounds with a variety of skills and views. Arrow Planning Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all people regardless of race, colour, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. Our recruitment team are happy to support any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process. Our mission to create authenticity in our safe environment enables us to inspire, share and grow.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Our 3 key Principles:
Quality, Effectiveness and EfficiencyArrow Planning Ltd is a forward-thinking planning consultancy based in Buckinghamshire. We have more than 60 years’ combined experience across the public and private sectors and a friendly team with a shared vision to support positive growth in our communities.
We work on a wide range of projects, with a particular focus on strategic development schemes that need a joined-up, multi-disciplinary approach. Our work covers residential, commercial, renewable energy, minerals and waste, and healthcare projects.
We aim for quality, effectiveness and efficiency in all that we do. That means offering a consistently high standard of service to our clients, while creating a positive working environment for our team. We offer opportunities for development, growth and fun, including team away days and support for mental and physical wellbeing.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior/Principal Planner to join our growing team. This role would suit a senior planner, principal planner or experienced town planner with around 5–10 years’ experience, ideally gained across both the private and public sectors.
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As a Senior/Principal Planner, you will work on a variety of projects, advising clients and supporting the promotion of development schemes through the planning process.
You will also play an important role within the team, helping to manage project work, support colleagues and maintain the high standards our clients expect. In the role, you will be expected to:
- establish and strengthen relationships with colleagues, consultants and clients;
- work within multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results;
- support colleagues at different stages of their planning careers;
- prepare reports, technical assessments and clear planning advice;
- manage your time across a varied project workload;
- work efficiently, effectively and honestly, leading by example.
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We are looking for someone with at least a 2:1 or equivalent at first degree level, along with a master’s degree in an RTPI-accredited subject. You will have obtained your MRTPI or be on the path to chartership.
You will need strong analytical, writing and presentation skills, along with the confidence to provide clear advice and respectfully challenge where needed. This senior or principal town planner role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with clients, consultants and colleagues to help projects move forward.
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- Flexible working and remote work options.
- Location close to the town centre and train station, with on-site cycle parking, car parking and EV charging.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A casual and relaxed working environment.
- A great team culture, with team events throughout the year.
- Supportive working practices.
- A wide variety of projects across different sectors and scales.
- Healthcare package, including gym membership.
- A day off during the month of your birthday.
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We want Arrow to be a place where people feel welcome, supported and able to be themselves.
We value different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and we actively encourage our team to keep learning, growing and reaching their goals. Our culture is built on respect, openness and the belief that people do their best work when they feel safe to contribute.
Arrow Planning Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from everyone regardless of race, colour, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. Our recruitment team is happy to support any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE PART OF OUR GREAT TEAM?
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If you are a student looking for placement opportunities, we would be pleased to hear from you. We welcome people with talent, energy and an interest in planning, sustainable development and the future of our communities.
As part of #TEAMARROW, you will have the chance to develop your skills, gain practical experience and learn from people across the business.
If you would like to apply for one of our current town planner vacancies, ask about placement opportunities or find out more about recruitment at Arrow, please email us a friendly hello with your CV.
At Arrow, we celebrate you!
We are committed to creating a culture that is equal, welcoming and supportive.
Inclusivity is part of how we work. We want people to feel able to be themselves, share ideas and develop their careers with confidence. We welcome different backgrounds, skills, experiences and views and we actively encourage our team to keep learning and reaching their goals.
Our aim is to create a working environment where people feel respected, supported and able to grow.