Planners' stories

Katie Child, a field-based inspector at the Planning Inspectorate says that working for smaller, rural councils can be great for gaining varied experience. She tells us about how she started working at PINS

Martyn Earle, associate planner at Barton Willmore, talks us through his career moves

Turley assistant planner Daniel Ramirez says that gaining relevant experience outside of work is important for career progression. He tells us about his journey so far

Joanne Farrar, associate director at Atkins, says that collaboration is key to career progression. She shares her career journey so far

Eleanor Gingell, principle planner at Bidwells, says that finding balance is essential to a successful career. She tells us about her career journey

Planners each have their own reasons for seeking new positions within the profession. Planner Zenab Haji Ismail shares her story