Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Bierton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage a diverse range of planning applications and development projects. The ideal candidate should be MRTPI qualified with over 4 years of post-qualification experience and possess a strong knowledge of the UK planning system. This position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary between £45,000 and £60,000, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the UK planning system.
• Experience managing client relationships on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential and commercial projects.
• Lead preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients.

Skills

MRTPI qualification

UK planning system knowledge

Client relationship management

Written and verbal communication

Proactive and commercially minded

Education

Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience

Job description

Overview

Senior Town Planner - Buckinghamshire
£45,000 - £60,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Private Consultancy | Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Town Planner seeking a new challenge with a respected and growing planning consultancy in the South East? We''re working on behalf of a well-established planning firm based in Buckinghamshire, known for delivering high-quality planning advice across a broad range of projects.

Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of work, the team is now looking to bring in a Senior Town Planner to help lead and manage a diverse range of planning applications, appeals, and development projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.
• Lead on the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Provide strategic planning advice to a wide range of clients, including developers, landowners, and local authorities.
• Attend site visits, public consultations, and planning committee meetings as needed.
• Support junior members of the team and contribute to the firm''s continued growth and reputation.

About You

• MRTPI qualified with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the UK planning system, ideally with private sector experience.
• Confident in managing client relationships and leading on complex planning projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive and commercially minded planner who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join

• Work for a consultancy with a strong reputation and an impressive track record across the South East and beyond.
• Join a close-knit, supportive team that values professional development and individual progression.
• Benefit from hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of your skills and experience.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and driven planner to step into a senior role and make a genuine impact on the success of a forward-thinking planning consultancy.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed). Alternatively you can send a copy of your CV to (url removed)