Senior Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in Worcester is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage planning applications and secure permissions for housing schemes. Candidates should have MRTPI Chartered status and 3-5 years of experience in town planning. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• MRTPI Chartered status (or working towards).
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications.
• Supporting land acquisition strategies.
• Representing the business at planning committees.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

MRTPI Chartered status

3-5 years’ experience in town planning

Job description

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading residential developer in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their Worcester-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role within a dynamic planning function and contribute to the delivery of high-quality residential developments across the region.

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will be responsible for managing and delivering planning applications, appeals, and local plan representations across a diverse portfolio of residential schemes. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will play an integral role in driving forward new opportunities and securing planning permissions.

• Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications for residential developments.
• Supporting land acquisition strategies through planning appraisals.
• Representing the business at planning committees, hearings, and public consultations.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with local planning authorities, stakeholders, and consultants.
• Keeping up to date with planning policy and legislative changes to support business objectives.

About You

We are seeking a highly motivated planning professional with:

• MRTPI Chartered status (or working towards).
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience in town planning, ideally gained within a residential developer, consultancy, or local authority.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A passion for delivering successful housing schemes and adding real value through the planning process.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to join a well-regarded residential developer with a strong reputation in the market.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or send your CV to [e-mail]