Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent planning consultancy in Buckinghamshire seeks a Senior Town Planner to manage a diverse caseload of projects, from residential to commercial. The successful candidate will possess MRTPI qualifications and have substantial experience in managing planning applications and client relationships. This role offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning system, ideally in the private sector.
• Proactive and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse range of planning applications and projects.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients.

Skills

UK planning system knowledge

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Project management

Education

MRTPI qualification

Job description

REF: NEPPBUCK

Senior Town Planner – Buckinghamshire
£45,000 – £60,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Private Consultancy | Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Town Planner seeking a new challenge with a respected and growing planning consultancy in the South East? We’re working on behalf of a well-established planning firm based in Buckinghamshire, known for delivering high-quality planning advice across a broad range of projects.

Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of work, the team is now looking to bring in a Senior Town Planner to help lead and manage a diverse range of planning applications, appeals, and development projects.

The Role:

As a Senior Town Planner, you will:

• Manage a varied caseload of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.

• Lead on the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.

• Provide strategic planning advice to a wide range of clients, including developers, landowners, and local authorities.

• Attend site visits, public consultations, and planning committee meetings as needed.

• Support junior members of the team and contribute to the firm’s continued growth and reputation.

About You:

• MRTPI qualified with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience.

• Strong working knowledge of the UK planning system, ideally with private sector experience.

• Confident in managing client relationships and leading on complex planning projects.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A proactive and commercially minded planner who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join?

• Work for a consultancy with a strong reputation and an impressive track record across the South East and beyond.

• Join a close-knit, supportive team that values professional development and individual progression.

• Benefit from hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of your skills and experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and driven planner to step into a senior role and make a genuine impact on the success of a forward-thinking planning consultancy.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on 01792 365 08. Alternatively you can send a copy of your CV to [e-mail]