Senior Planning Consultant
Sydney CBD, NSW
Salary $110,000 - $130,000 + Superannuation + Bonus
Work from home
Flexible leave arrangements supporting work-life balance
Regular social events and team activities
Access to industry events
Ongoing training and professional development
Quarterly incentive events and experiences
Broad exposure across planning disciplines
Annual Performance bonuses
Training in Business development exposure
Training specific to mentoring juniors and stakeholder engagement
The consultancy is a specialist urban planning and development advisory practice delivering both strategic and statutory planning services across Greater Sydney and NSW more broadly. Working with both public and private sector clients, the team focuses on connecting people, policy and place to achieve practical, well-considered outcomes in the built environment.
The Role The Senior Planning Consultant will work closely with junior staff across a broad mix of projects, from early strategic advice through to complex development approvals. The role offers genuine responsibility, hands-on experience, and exposure to multiple planning frameworks.
Consultancy & Technical Planning
Providing urban planning advice across a range of sectors and project types within the NSW planning system
Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning documentation, including:
Stakeholder Engagement
Statements of Environmental Effects
Planning proposals and rezoning
Environmental Impact Statements
Clause 4.6 variation requests
Complying development advice




Design competition reports
Reviews of Environmental Factors and legal briefs
Ensuring accuracy, clarity and professional presentation across all deliverables
Project & Stakeholder Support
Supporting senior planners and directors in client and government stakeholder interactions
Assisting with project tracking, coordination and deadline management
Exposure to project management and due diligence processes
Business Development & Professional Growth
Assisting with the preparation of fee proposals and tender submissions
Supporting client relationship management through the delivery of a high standard of service
Opportunity to gain structured exposure to business development and consultancy operations
Mentoring-focused and supportive of all staff
Highly collaborative across projects
Social, engaged and invested in strong team connections
Training specific to mentoring juniors and stakeholder engagement
Staff are encouraged to be involved in the broader business, with structured guidance and training rather than a "sink or swim" approach.
The Ideal Candidate
3-5 years' experience in urban or town planning (consultancy or local government)
A relevant tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning or a related discipline
A working knowledge of NSW planning legislation and approval pathways
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage multiple projects in a consultancy environment
An interest in career development and expanding technical capability
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