Join Our Dynamic Planning Team

Are you passionate about shaping sustainable, vibrant communities? Do you want to work in a dynamic and supportive environment that allows you to grow and make a real impact? Whether you're an experienced planner or at the start of your career, we have exciting opportunities for you at DAC Planning.

Why Join Us?

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a highly professional team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation. We work closely with local authorities, public sector bodies, and communities to deliver meaningful planning projects.

Diverse Opportunities: From policy drafting to project management, our planners get to work on a wide variety of projects that enhance environments and support sustainable development.

Growth & Development: Whether you're embarking on your career or an experienced professional, we offer continuous learning, mentoring, and opportunities to advance your career.

Work-Life Balance: We believe in flexibility, offering a supportive environment where your passion for planning and personal life can thrive.

Open Roles:

Planner: As a chartered Town Planner, you will play an active role in delivering key projects, conducting research, analysis, and report writing, while working closely with senior planners and project managers to ensure project success.

Senior Planner: For experienced planners who thrive in a leadership role. You'll lead planning projects, provide expert advice, and play a key role in business development, all while making a real impact on communities.

Associate: As a senior member of the team, you’ll oversee large-scale projects and manage teams, using your expertise to solve complex planning challenges and contribute to the growth of the business.

Associate Director: A strategic leadership role, where you will oversee high-quality project delivery, help to mentor and develop your team, and play a key role in business strategy and growth while fostering strong client relationships.

What We’re Looking For:

Passion for creating sustainable and vibrant communities through a plan-led approach.

Knowledge of preparing development plans, ideally with experience working for the public sector.

Strong communication skills, political acumen, and a commercial mindset.

Ability to manage projects efficiently, work independently, and be a collaborative team player.

Ideally RTPI chartered status.

Enthusiasm, flexibility, and the drive to deliver high-quality work.

Perks of the Job:

Competitive salary and benefits.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), virtual GP services, wellbeing perks, and life insurance, helping you stay healthy and supported both at work and at home.

Opportunities for CPD and career progression.

A chance to work on impactful projects that make a real difference.

Flexible working arrangements including fully remote and hybrid options along with flexible working hours.

At DAC Planning, we’re a close-knit, friendly team that’s passionate about supporting local authorities and local communities to create places where people thrive. We believe in working hard, having fun, and supporting each other every step of the way. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a real difference, grow your skills, and enjoy what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our valued team!

To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement outlining your relevant skills and experience to david@dacplanning.com. Visit www.dacplanning.com/vacancies by clicking on the 'apply button' for further details including job descriptions for the roles.

The closing date for applications is Friday 18th October at 5pm, but we will review them as they are received. Early applications are encouraged.