Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent property consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead complex planning projects within a dynamic team. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to influence the growth of the planning function, all while working with a diverse range of projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in town planning, excellent communication skills, and a client-first approach.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Paid day off for your birthday

Private healthcare

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in town planning.
• Strong working knowledge of planning policy, applications, and appeals.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of strategic and site-specific planning projects.
• Prepare and submit planning applications and pre-application submissions.
• Manage consultant teams and oversee project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Planning Policy

Education

RTPI Accreditation

Job description

Senior Town Planner
Location: High Wycombe (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Career Progression
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A respected and fast-growing independent property consultancy is seeking an ambitious Senior Town Planner to take a leading role within their dynamic, multidisciplinary team. This firm offers a truly personalised service to private clients, family businesses, and companies across the rural and development sectors-without the constraints of corporate red tape.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced planner who thrives on responsibility, is commercially minded, and is looking to influence the growth of a thriving planning function within a flexible and supportive environment.

The Role:

As Senior Town Planner, you will lead and deliver complex planning projects, guide junior team members, and play a key role in developing client relationships and generating new business. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of chartered surveyors and agri-business consultants, tackling a diverse range of rural, residential, and commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of strategic and site-specific planning projects

• Deliver planning advice across land promotion, local plan submissions, and development strategy

• Prepare and submit planning applications and pre-application submissions

• Manage consultant teams and oversee project execution

• Advise on change of use, diversification, and rural development opportunities

• Prepare and manage planning appeals, including written reps and hearings

• Support business development and client acquisition efforts

Candidate Profile:

Required:

• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in town planning

• Strong working knowledge of planning policy, applications, and appeals

• Excellent project management and communication skills

• Able to work independently and collaboratively across disciplines

• Commercially aware with a client-first approach

• RTPI accreditation (desirable but not essential with equivalent experience)

Package & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of public and bank holidays)

• Paid day off for your birthday

• Private healthcare

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Supportive, entrepreneurial working culture

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