Remote Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in the UK is seeking a motivated Town Planner to join their team. The role, based in Shropshire with remote flexibility, involves providing expert planning advice and managing a varied portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate holds an RTPI accredited degree and has experience in planning, preferably within consultancy. This role offers a competitive salary and ongoing professional development within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• RTPI accredited degree or working towards chartership.
• Experience in a planning role, ideally within consultancy.
• Ability to manage workload effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert planning advice on various projects.
• Prepare and submit planning applications.
• Liaise with clients and local authorities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Report-writing skills

Client-focused approach

Education

RTPI accredited degree

Job description

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Town Planner - Shropshire (with Remote Flexibility)

Are you looking to take the next step in your planning career with a well-established, forward-thinking consultancy?

We're working with a respected, multi-disciplinary practice that has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative planning solutions across a diverse range of sectors. They're now seeking a motivated Town Planner to join their team.

The Role

Based at their Shropshire office (with the option of remote working for the right candidate), you'll be working on a varied portfolio of projects, from residential and commercial schemes through to rural and environmental developments. You'll play a key role in providing expert planning advice, preparing and submitting applications, liaising with clients and local authorities, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality outcomes.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary, tailored to your experience
• Flexible working arrangements, including potential for remote work
• Ongoing professional development and support toward chartership if required
• The chance to work on a wide variety of interesting and challenging projects
• A supportive, collaborative team culture within a highly regarded consultancy

About You

• RTPI accredited degree (or working towards chartership)
• Experience in a planning role, ideally within consultancy, although local authority backgrounds are also welcome
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a team
• A proactive and client-focused approach

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner who wants to develop their career within a consultancy that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

If you're ready to make an impact and join a practice with an excellent reputation in the sector, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV and a brief covering note outlining your interest in the role.