Senior Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their National Development & Infrastructure Planning Team based in Cardiff or Bristol. This role involves developing planning strategies, supporting the Planning Directors, and mentoring junior staff. The position offers a flexible work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary & benefits package

Personalized development plan and access to training

Hybrid working options

Collaborative team environment

Engagement in high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Strong experience in planning consultancy required.
• Advanced knowledge of local planning and policy.
• Experience mentoring junior staff is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planning strategies and Planning Statements.
• Support Planning Directors and liaise with stakeholders.
• Engage in business development to grow client portfolios.

Skills

Strategic problem-solving

Interpersonal abilities

Communication

Education

Full RTPI chartered membership

Job description

Senior Town Planner

Why Apply?

• Competetive basic salary & benefits package
• Professional Growth: Personalized development plan and access to accredited training up to master’s level.
• Flexible Work: Hybrid working options and agile office spaces for work-life balance.
• High-Impact Work: Collaborate on high-profile projects across residential, mixed-use, infrastructure, and environmental spaces.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, innovative, and dynamic multidisciplinary team.

The Role

Work from Cardiff or Bristol as part of our National Development & Infrastructure Planning Team. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing planning strategies, Local Plan representations, and Planning Statements.
• Supporting Planning Directors and liaising with stakeholders to navigate planning applications.
• Mentoring junior staff and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Engaging in business development to grow our client portfolio.

Requirements

• Full RTPI chartered membership with strong experience in planning consultancy.
• Advanced knowledge of local planning and policy, with strategic problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to drive client and stakeholder engagement.

How to Apply

Ready to shape the future of urban and rural development? Apply now! Our process includes an initial recruiter conversation and an interview with the team.

We look forward to welcoming you to our planning expertise network.