Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established planning consultancy in Cheltenham seeks a Senior Town Planner to join their team. The role offers competitive pay, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development. You will manage projects, advise clients, and mentor junior staff in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Ongoing CPD and structured progression opportunities

Supportive office culture

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified or significant experience working towards it.
• Proven record managing planning applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning applications and appeals.
• Provide expert planning advice to clients.
• Prepare and submit planning documentation.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Client Management

Attention to Detail

Education

MRTPI qualification

Job description

Senior Town Planner - Cheltenham
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Consultant Contact: Katy Thorne, Town Planning Recruitment Specialist

Are you a driven and experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? I'm working with a well-established and forward-thinking planning consultancy in Cheltenham that's looking to welcome a Senior Town Planner to their dynamic and growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy with a diverse project portfolio spanning residential, mixed-use, and strategic land schemes. The team has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially-minded planning advice across the South West and beyond. As a Senior Planner, you'll play a key role in managing client relationships, leading projects, and mentoring junior staff.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary in line with experience (up to 55k)

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements

• Ongoing CPD and structured progression opportunities

• Supportive and sociable office culture

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a range of planning applications and appeals

• Provide expert planning advice to a varied client base

• Lead on pre-application and planning strategy work

• Prepare and submit planning documentation and written representations

• Engage with local authorities and stakeholders

• Support Directors on strategic land and major developments

About you:

• MRTPI qualified (or working toward it with significant experience)

• Proven track record of managing planning applications across sectors

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage clients and projects independently

• Commercially astute with strong attention to detail

Whether you're stepping into a Senior Planner role for the first time or already operating at that level and looking for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and ambitious consultancy.

Ready to take the next step?
If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Send your CV to (url removed) and call me on (phone number removed)