Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Swindon. The role involves leading various planning projects, preparing and submitting planning applications, and providing expert advice to clients. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of experience and full MRTPI status. This position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' post-qualification experience in town planning.
• Proven track record in managing planning applications and appeals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a variety of planning projects from inception to determination.
• Prepare, submit and monitor complex planning applications and appeals.
• Provide expert advice to clients.

Skills

Strong understanding of UK planning regulations

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a collaborative team

Education

Full MRTPI status or equivalent

Job description

Senior Town Planner
Location: Swindon

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their Swindon team.

Our client works across a wide range of sectors, delivering creative and commercially aware planning solutions for projects spanning residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land. With a reputation for high-quality service and a strong client base, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planner to take the next step in their career.

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will:

• Lead and manage a variety of planning projects from inception through to determination and appeal
  
• Prepare, submit and monitor complex planning applications, appeals, and development appraisals
  
• Provide expert advice to clients across residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes
  
• Engage with local planning authorities, stakeholders, and communities
  
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the consultancy
  

Requirements

• 5-7 years' post-qualification experience in town planning (private consultancy preferred)
  
• Full MRTPI status (or equivalent)
  
• Strong understanding of UK planning regulations and procedures
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Proven track record in managing planning applications and appeals
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  

Why Join

• Opportunity to work with a respected and forward-thinking consultancy
  
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
  
• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality portfolio of projects
  
• Supportive and collaborative culture with career progression opportunities
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  

If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position, contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).