Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent property consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage diverse planning projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have MRTPI qualification and a solid background in development planning. This role offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and the chance to influence high-profile projects while promoting professional development in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus potential

Clear progression opportunities

Hybrid working and flexible arrangements

Supportive culture

Exposure to high-value projects

Qualifications

• Strong background in development planning with consultancy experience.
• Confident communicator who can influence and negotiate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of planning projects.
• Prepare and submit planning applications, statements, and appeals.
• Provide expert planning advice to stakeholders and clients.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Build relationships with local authorities and developers.
• Support junior team members.

Skills

MRTPI qualified

Development planning experience

Understanding of UK planning legislation

Confident communication

Project management skills

Job description

Senior Town Planner - Exciting Property Consultancy Opportunity

Location: London

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next big step in your career? I'm working with a highly respected national property consultancy that is expanding its planning team and now seeks a confident, commercially minded Senior Town Planner to play a key role in shaping high-profile projects across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, professional environment where your expertise will genuinely influence development strategies and outcomes.

The Role

• Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of planning projects across commercial, residential, mixed-use and regeneration sectors
• Prepare and submit planning applications, statements and appeals
• Provide expert planning advice to internal stakeholders and external clients
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and drive projects from inception to determination
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, developers, and consultants
• Support junior team members and contribute to the continued growth of the planning function

What We're Looking For

• MRTPI qualified (or very close to achieving it)
• Strong background in development planning, ideally with consultancy experience
• Excellent understanding of UK planning legislation and policy
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and negotiate
• Proven project management skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing, forward-thinking planning team
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Supportive culture that encourages autonomy, professional development, and innovation
• Exposure to high-value, career-defining projects

If you're ready to step into a senior role where your planning expertise will be truly valued, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.