Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Chester is seeking a Senior Town Planner to take on a key role in shaping the built environment. The position includes managing applications, providing expert advice, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will be MRTPI qualified and have experience in private consultancy. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered along with clear progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Exposure to exciting and varied projects

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in town planning, ideally within private consultancy.
• Ability to manage your own workload and projects with confidence.
• Experience in preparing and submitting planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Providing expert planning advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.

Skills

Strong communication

Report-writing skills

Client-focused approach

Education

MRTPI qualified (or working towards submission)

Job description

Senior Town Planner – Chester

I’m delighted to be working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Chester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner to work on a diverse range of projects and play a key role in shaping the built environment across the region.

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you’ll be involved in a wide variety of planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. You’ll take responsibility for managing applications, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and supporting junior colleagues where appropriate. This role offers real scope to develop your career further within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
• Providing expert planning advice to clients and stakeholders
• Managing projects and meeting deadlines effectively
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards submission)
• Proven experience in town planning, ideally within private consultancy
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage your own workload and projects with confidence
• A proactive, client-focused approach

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Exposure to exciting and varied projects
• A supportive, collaborative working environment
• Clear progression opportunities

If you’re an experienced planner looking for the next step in your career, this role offers the perfect platform to develop while contributing to high-profile projects in Chester and beyond. Contact Neil Ellerton on 01792 365 108 for further information.