Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established planning consultancy in Central London is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead high-profile projects. In this role, you will manage complex planning applications, provide strategic advice, and mentor junior team members. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to work on significant development projects across London. If you are a proactive planning professional looking for a challenging and rewarding environment, this role is an excellent next step in your career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Development Opportunities

Collaborative Workplace

Work on Significant Projects

Qualifications

• Proven track record in planning consultancy or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of the London planning system and development process.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead complex planning applications from start to finish.
• Provide strategic advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Planning Consultancy Experience

Knowledge of London Planning System

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Job description

Senior Town Planner – High-Profile Projects | London
Location: London | Sector: Planning Consultancy | Competitive Salary + Package

We’re working with a well-established, independent planning consultancy based in Central London. Known for their work on some of the city’s most high-profile and complex developments, they’re now looking to bring a Senior Town Planner on board.

The role:
As a Senior Planner, you’ll play a key role in delivering major planning applications across a diverse portfolio-ranging from mixed-use and residential schemes to commercial and infrastructure-led projects. You’ll have direct access to clients and decision-makers and will work alongside a collaborative, high-performing team.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and lead complex planning applications from start to finish

• Provide strategic advice to clients, consultants, and stakeholders

• Mentor and support junior team members

• Contribute to client development and maintain strong working relationships

What we’re looking for:

• A proven track record in planning consultancy (or related private/public sector roles)

• Strong knowledge of the London planning system and development process

• Clear, confident communication and report-writing skills

• A proactive, commercially minded approach to problem solving

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

What’s on offer:

• Work on some of London’s most significant development projects

• A strong, stable consultancy with a clear growth trajectory

• Competitive salary and benefits

• An open, collaborative workplace with genuine career development opportunities

If you’re a planning professional looking for more responsibility, better projects, and a supportive team, this is a strong next step.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte [e-mail] or call 01792 957386. We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position