Senior Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is looking for a Senior Town Planner to join their National Development & Infrastructure Planning Team in Cardiff or Bristol. This role involves developing planning strategies, engaging with stakeholders, and mentoring team members in a supportive and dynamic environment. The position offers competitive pay, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary & benefits package

Personalized development plan

Accredited training up to master's level

Hybrid working options

Agile office spaces

Supportive, innovative culture

Qualifications

• Full RTPI chartered membership with strong experience in planning consultancy.
• Advanced knowledge of local planning and policy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing planning strategies and Local Plan representations.
• Supporting Planning Directors and navigating planning applications.
• Mentoring junior staff and fostering collaboration.

Skills

Strategic problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Chartered Membership of RTPI

Job description

Senior Town Planner

Why Apply?

• Competitive 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.