Associate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Kent is seeking an Associate Town Planner to manage complex projects and develop client relationships. The role offers a clear path to partnership, autonomy from day one, and a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will be MRTPI qualified with strong consultancy experience, eager to progress in their careers.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Clear path to Partner status and profit share

Supportive working environment

Varied project portfolio

Qualifications

• Significant experience in consultancy or client-facing roles.
• Ability to manage projects independently.
• Strong understanding of the planning system.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex planning projects across South East UK.
• Support and manage junior planning staff.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Education

MRTPI Qualified

Job description

Job Title: Associate Town Planner

Location: Kent

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected independent planning consultancy based in Kent, known for delivering high-quality, commercially astute planning advice across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use development.

With a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative team culture, this consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Town Planner to play a key role in the management and growth of the business. This is a rare opportunity for a motivated planning professional to join a supportive and forward-thinking team with a clear route to partnership and profit share.

The Role

As an Associate Planner, you will:

• Lead on a variety of complex planning projects across the South East and wider UK
• Provide strategic advice to clients
• Support and manage junior planning staff, offering mentorship and day-to-day oversight
• Play a key role in business development and client relationship management
• Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the practice

Requirements

• MRTPI qualified with significant experience in consultancy or a similar client-facing role
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and work closely with clients
• Strong understanding of the planning system and commercial awareness
• Confident managing junior team members and supporting their professional development
• Ambition to progress to Partner level and take on additional business responsibilities

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Clear path to Partner status and profit share
• Supportive and collegiate working environment
• Autonomy and responsibility from day one
• Varied and interesting project portfolio

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or [e-mail]