Chartered Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable planning consultancy is seeking a Chartered Town Planner to manage planning applications and provide advice to clients. The role offers competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have an MRTPI qualification and experience in a consultancy or development-led planning environment. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and encourages growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working and flexible arrangements

Exposure to high-quality projects

Clear progression pathway

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified or very close to chartership.
• Experience in private consultancy or development-led planning environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting planning applications and appeals.
• Providing planning advice to clients and project teams.
• Working on strategic and development-led planning projects.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive approach to problem solving

Education

MRTPI qualification (or very close to chartership)

Job description

Chartered Town Planner

I’m working exclusively with a well-established, highly regarded planning consultancy to recruit a Chartered Town Planner to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a consultancy known for delivering high-profile, complex projects across residential, mixed-use and strategic development. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where professional development and progression are genuinely encouraged.

The Role:

• Managing and supporting a range of planning applications and appeals
• Providing planning advice to clients and project teams
• Working on strategic and development-led planning projects
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants
• Supporting junior team members where appropriate

About You:

• MRTPI qualified (or very close to chartership)
• Experience in private consultancy or a development-led planning environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to problem solving

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Exposure to high-quality, nationally significant projects
• Clear progression pathway within a respected consultancy

If you’re a Chartered Town Planner considering your next move and would like to learn more in confidence, please get in touch for further details.