Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy in Wareham is seeking a Senior Planner to manage planning applications and mentor junior colleagues. The ideal candidate will be a chartered Town Planner with excellent communication skills and project management experience. This position offers competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and potential bonus

Workplace pension

Flexible working arrangements

Gym membership

Ongoing CPD support

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Planning experience in the public or private sector.
• Solid understanding of client needs.
• Ability to build long-lasting relationships.
• Technical competence and confidence to give advice.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Undertaking research and due diligence.
• Providing high-quality written advice and reports.
• Liaising and negotiating with authorities and clients.
• Managing projects effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

MS Office proficiency

Understanding of client needs

Project management

Education

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Planner

Location: Wareham, Dorset (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

About the Company

Our client is a respected planning consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering successful, high-quality development projects across the South Coast. Their work spans residential, commercial, leisure, and renewable energy developments, guiding schemes from concept through to delivery on the ground.

The Role

Whether you’re seeking a new challenge or ready to take the next step in your planning career, this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy. As a Senior Planner, you’ll be responsible for:

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Undertaking research and due diligence to support strategic decision-making.
• Providing high-quality written advice and reports.
• Liaising and negotiating with local authorities, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Participating in community engagement events.
• Managing projects effectively, ensuring timely and professional delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues within a friendly team structure.

About You

You will be a chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards qualification, with planning experience gained in the public or private sector. You’ll also have:

• A solid understanding of client needs, from developers and land promoters to local businesses.
• The ability to build long-lasting professional relationships.
• Technical competence and the confidence to give clear, honest advice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and web-based applications.
• A full driving licence and access to a car.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and potential bonus.
• Workplace pension.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Gym membership.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support.
• Regular social events for team, friends, and family.

You’ll enjoy working across a diverse range of clients and projects while being based in one of the most scenic parts of the South Coast – with the Jurassic Coast, Poole, and Bournemouth all nearby.

If you’re passionate about planning and want to make a tangible difference through your work, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential discussion.