Associate l Senior Associate Urban Planner

Location: Perth, WA

Type: Full-time, Permanent / Part Time

Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 + Bonus + Super

Versatile working hours

4 Day week / 9 day fortnight on offer

Industry accreditation and events

Maternity / Parental leave The Opportunity A well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy is seeking an experienced planner to step into an Associateor aSenior Associate Planner role. This is an opportunity offering the chance to play a key role in both project delivery and the ongoing growth of the business.

You will work across a diverse portfolio of projects, providing planning advice, leading teams, and contributing to business development initiatives within a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities Project & Client Delivery

- Lead and manage statutory and strategic planning projects from inception to determination
- Provide high-quality planning advice to clients across a diverse project portfolio
- Oversee the preparation and review of reports, applications, and submissions
- Manage client relationships and expectations to ensure successful project outcomes
- Represent clients in meetings with local and state government authorities, panels, and stakeholders

Team Leadership & Development

- Manage, mentor, and support Planning Consultants and Senior Planners
- Provide technical guidance and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality work
- Support professional development and capability building within the team

Operational & Commercial Contribution

- Support financial performance, including budgets and project efficiency
- Contribute to internal processes, reporting, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with senior leadership on business strategy





About You You are an experienced and commercially minded planner with strong leadership skills and a proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Essential Requirements

- Tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning, Geography, or related discipline
- Approximately 7 - 10 years’ experience in town planning (Private experience comes highly regarded)
- Strong understanding of planning frameworks, development processes, and policy
- Demonstrated experience in project management and client liaison
- Experience within a consultancy environment highly regarded

Key Skills & Attributes

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to lead, mentor, and manage team members effectively
- Confident stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
- Commercial awareness and proactive approach to business development
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and reliability

What’s on Offer

- Clear pathway to senior leadership
- Exposure to high-quality and complex projects across WA
- Supportive, collaborative, and professional team culture
- Competitive remuneration and performance incentives
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to attend industry and networking events
- Lead juniors
- Opportunity to learn business development under some of the best in the industry for those that wish to up-skill in the area

About the Company Our client is a respected, independent planning consultancy with a strong presence in the Western Australian market. Known for delivering high-quality planning advice and fostering long-term client relationships, the business offers a collaborative environment where individuals are empowered to succeed and grow their careers. Apply Now If you’re ready to step into a senior role and make a meaningful impact within a dynamic consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

📌 Associate / Senior Associate Urban Planner (Perth)
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