Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Bournemouth is seeking Planners and Senior Planners. Ideal candidates are MRTPI-qualified or working towards it, with at least two years of experience. This role involves working on diverse, high-profile projects and offers an above-industry-average salary. The consultancy promotes career development in a vibrant office near beautiful coastal areas.

Benefits

Above-industry-average salary and benefits package

Career development opportunities

Vibrant office environment

Flexible options for relocation

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in planning.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills.
• Proactive and ambitious mindset.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-profile projects across the UK.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders.
• Engage in career development opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

MRTPI qualified or working towards

Job description

Job Title

Town Planners and Senior Planners

Location

Bournemouth

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the UK’s leading independent planning consultancies in the recruitment of Planners and Senior Planners.

Are you looking to take the next step in your planning career and work on nationally significant projects within a highly respected team? Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a Planning Consultancy in Bournemouth. They work on a wide range of projects ranging from national and regional property developers, landowners, affordable housing providers and pension fund managers, through to private individuals, homeowners, and lobby or interest groups.

With a strong pipeline of major residential and commercial projects across the South of England and beyond, the consultancy is expanding its expert and friendly team based on the stunning south coast.

What’s on offer

• Work on high-profile projects for a diverse client base across the UK


• Above-industry-average salary and benefits package


• Excellent career development and progression opportunities


• A vibrant office environment in Bournemouth, just minutes from seven miles of golden beaches, the Jurassic Coast, and the New Forest National Park


• Flexible options for professionals relocating from elsewhere in the UK

Who we’re looking for

We are seeking MRTPI-qualified (or working towards) Planners and Senior Planners with a minimum of two years’ experience. The successful candidates will demonstrate a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and a desire to grow with a consultancy that has ambitious plans. We may also consider slightly less experienced candidates with the right attitude and potential.

Whether you’re already based locally or considering a move to one of the most beautiful regions in the country, this is an exciting opportunity to join a top‑tier consultancy at a pivotal point in their growth.

For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed).