Planner/Senior Planner/Principal Planner

Penguin Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected planning consultancy in Hitchin is seeking a Planner to manage planning applications and provide professional advice. The ideal candidate will have an RTPI-accredited degree and 1-3 years of postgraduate experience. This position offers competitive salary and career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Collaborative team environment

Excellent career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' post-graduate experience in planning (consultancy or local authority).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications and appeals.
• Undertake site appraisals and planning research.
• Provide advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Engage with local planning authorities.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisation and time management abilities

Ambition to progress in planning career

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or relevant planning qualification

Job description

Planner

Location: Hitchin

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-respected planning consultancy, with a strong client base across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. The team is now looking to recruit a Planner to join their expanding Hitchin office.

The Role

As a Planner, you will:

• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, appeals, and supporting documents.
• Undertake site appraisals, planning research, and policy reviews.
• Provide professional advice to clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.
• Engage with local planning authorities and third-party consultants.
• Support senior staff on larger projects while taking responsibility for your own casework.

About You

• RTPI-accredited degree or relevant planning qualification.
• Around 1-3 years' post-graduate experience in planning (consultancy or local authority).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management abilities.
• Ambition to continue progressing your planning career, working towards or holding MRTPI status.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Excellent career progression opportunities with RTPI support if required.
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Planner in the early stages of their career to join a successful and growing consultancy where you'll be supported to reach your full potential.

For more information or to apply, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.