Planner / Senior Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable planning consultancy in Bedford is seeking a Planner with 1-3 years of experience to join their team. This role will involve preparing planning applications, conducting site appraisals, and interacting with clients and local authorities. The successful candidate will benefit from competitive salary, a clear progression path, and supportive working environment. This position offers the chance to work on a variety of projects and develop professionally, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive team atmosphere

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• At least 1-3 years’ experience in planning.
• MRTPI status or progress towards chartership is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications and statements.
• Conduct site appraisals and feasibility assessments.
• Assist with planning appeals and Local Plan representations.
• Liaise with clients and local planning authorities.
• Support senior colleagues on complex projects.

Skills

Planning experience

Knowledge of UK planning system

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Organisational ability

Proactive approach

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Job description

Planner

Location: Bedford

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an established and respected planning consultancy in Bedford as they look to appoint a Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with around 1-3 years’ experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive, knowledgeable and commercially focused environment.

The Role

As a Planner, you will work on a wide variety of projects across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. You’ll support senior team members while also taking responsibility for your own casework as your experience develops. The role offers genuine progression, strong professional exposure and the chance to work closely with clients, consultants and local authorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, statements and supporting documents
• Undertaking site appraisals, policy research and feasibility assessments
• Assisting with planning appeals and Local Plan representations
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders and local planning authorities
• Supporting senior colleagues on larger, more complex projects
• Contributing to the delivery of high-quality planning advice

About You

We are seeking a motivated Planner who is eager to develop both professionally and commercially. You will bring:

• Around 1-3 years’ experience in planning (consultancy, local authority or developer)
• A relevant RTPI-accredited degree
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisational ability and a proactive approach
• MRTPI status or progress towards chartership (support provided)

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear progression opportunities within a well-regarded consultancy
• Supportive team atmosphere with strong professional development
• Exposure to a wide range of projects from early feasibility to determination
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Excellent track record of staff retention and internal career growth

This is a great opportunity for a Planner who wants to take the next step in their career within a thriving and respected planning consultancy.

If you are interested in this Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.