Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner in Woking. You will manage planning applications for various projects, engage with clients and local authorities, and support junior staff. The ideal candidate should have MRTPI chartership status or be working towards it, along with 3-6 years of planning experience and strong knowledge of UK planning legislation. This role offers competitive benefits and clear pathways for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Clear pathways for career progression

Exposure to high-profile projects

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• MRTPI Chartered Town Planner or working towards chartership.
• 3-6 years of planning experience within consultancy, housebuilding, or local authority.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, managing, and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Coordinating Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) where required.
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients.

Skills

MRTPI Chartered Town Planner

UK planning policy knowledge

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Project management

Education

3-6 years' planning experience

Job description

Senior Town Planner
Location: Woking

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join the team in Woking. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a company with a strong national reputation, where you'll contribute to a wide variety of projects and have real scope to progress your career.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Clear pathways for career progression and professional development
• Exposure to a wide variety of exciting, high-profile projects
• Supportive team culture with opportunities to mentor and be mentored

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality planning advice and applications for a diverse range of schemes. From residential and commercial developments through to infrastructure and energy projects, you'll be managing applications, coordinating with clients and consultants, and supporting junior planners within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, managing and submitting planning applications and appeals
• Coordinating Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) where required
• Contributing to planning strategies and Local Plan representations
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients
• Supporting the wider team in business development and mentoring junior staff

About You

• MRTPI Chartered Town Planner (or working towards chartership)
• 3-6 years' planning experience within consultancy, housebuilding, or local authority
• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment