Senior Lead Town Planner – Policy & Projects

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Collaborative environment

High-profile projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Winchester seeks a Principal Town Planner to lead on planning policy documents and complex projects within a leading consultancy.

Ideally RTPI Chartered, with a degree in Town Planning and extensive experience in policy development, project management, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves mentoring junior staff and representing clients at consultations and hearings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to tailor planning advice and understand needs.
• Draft and review planning policy documents and reports.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Attend meetings, workshops and public consultations to present findings.
• Monitor planning legislation changes and advise on impacts.
• Support business development with proposals and bids.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Project management

UK planning knowledge

Communication

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related field

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Winchester seeks a Principal Town Planner to lead on planning policy documents and complex projects within a leading consultancy.

Ideally RTPI Chartered, with a degree in Town Planning and extensive experience in policy development, project management, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves mentoring junior staff and representing clients at consultations and hearings.