Senior Planner

Penguin Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in rural development seeks a Senior Planner to manage diverse planning projects. This role requires a Chartered Planner with at least five years' experience and strong client engagement skills. The ideal candidate will lead teams, manage projects, and contribute to the company's growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' post-qualification experience in planning.
• Demonstrated track record in business development and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning projects across rural land and property.
• Engage with clients and build strong relationships.
• Manage project budgets and coordinate teams.
• Support business growth through proactive development.

Skills

Client relationship management

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Education

Chartered Planner

Job description

Job Title: Senior Planner
Location: Skipton

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy that specialises in rural development and diversification. Working with a diverse and growing client base across the UK, they are known for their collaborative culture, forward-thinking approach, and deep understanding of rural land and property.

As their planning team continues to grow, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key role within a dynamic business that delivers innovative and sustainable solutions across a wide range of rural and land-based projects.

The Role

• Lead on a varied portfolio of planning projects across rural land and property
• Engage directly with clients to build and maintain strong relationships
• Manage project budgets and co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Support the continued growth of the business through proactive business development

About You

The successful candidate will be a Chartered Planner or experienced planning professional with at least five years' post-qualification experience. You will be commercially minded and have a demonstrable track record of business development and project delivery.

You'll also bring:

• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent presentation and communication abilities
• A flexible and collaborative approach to working across teams
• A genuine interest or experience in rural planning (beneficial but not essential)

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)