Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established and respected independent firm is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead its planning services. This exciting role offers autonomy and leadership within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on diverse projects including strategic land promotion and rural diversification. The firm is renowned for its strategic advice across various sectors and provides excellent long-term growth prospects. With a supportive team culture and a commitment to ongoing training, this position is perfect for a motivated planning professional eager to make a significant impact.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Birthday day off

Private healthcare cover

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and career development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification planning experience.
• Track record of success with residential and commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of planning projects from strategic land promotion to planning applications.
• Manage projects independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

MRTPI Status

Degree in Planning or Related Field

Job description

Senior Town Planner
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

An established and respected independent firm of Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultants is looking to recruit a Senior Town Planner to lead and develop its planning services. Renowned for delivering clear, strategic advice across the residential, commercial, rural, and development sectors, the firm supports a diverse client base-including private individuals, family businesses, and companies-in unlocking the full value of their land and property assets.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated planning professional to play a pivotal role within a multidisciplinary team. You’ll take the lead on a wide variety of projects, ranging from strategic land promotion and planning applications to rural diversification initiatives. The position offers autonomy, leadership responsibility, and excellent prospects for long-term growth. You will work from their Prestwood, Buckinghamshire office base.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Significant post-qualification planning experience

• A track record of success with both residential and commercial projects

• The confidence to manage projects independently as well as collaboratively

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities

• A proactive, results-focused mindset with problem-solving flair

• MRTPI status or working towards it (preferred)

What We Offer

• 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)

• An additional day off to celebrate your birthday

• Private healthcare cover

• Flexible working arrangements

• Ongoing training and career development

• A supportive, forward-thinking team culture

Apply Now

Interested? Please submit your CV using the link above.
For further information, contact Megan Field at [e-mail] or call 01792 365 005.