Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy in Bedford is seeking a Senior Planner to join their dynamic team. This full-time, permanent role offers opportunities to work on diverse projects across various sectors, with a focus on mentoring and client engagement. The position supports flexible working arrangements and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a consultancy, local authority, or developer environment.
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Self-motivated and confident working independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Develop and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Provide guidance and support to junior colleagues.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership

Job description

Senior Planner – Bedford (Full-Time, Permanent)
Location: Bedford (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

An established and respected planning consultancy based in Bedford is seeking a Senior Planner to join its dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Whats on offer?

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Professional development opportunities

The Role

As a Senior Planner, you’ll work on a wide variety of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. You’ll take a leading role in preparing and managing planning applications, appeals, and strategic planning advice, while mentoring junior team members and liaising directly with clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications, policy representations, and appeals
• Develop and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Provide guidance and support to junior colleagues
• Contribute to business development and identify new opportunities

About You

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership (ideal)
• Proven experience within a consultancy, local authority, or developer environment
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, organised, and confident working independently or as part of a team

Interested?

For applications, please submit your CV above. For any further enquiries or more information on this opportunity, please contact Megan Field on [e-mail] or call 01792 365 005.