Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is expanding their South East team and is looking for a Senior or Associate Town Planner in Maidstone. This position offers the opportunity to manage residential planning projects while working closely with an expert team, enhancing regional growth. Flexible working options and competitive benefits are included.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Professional subscription payments

Flexible hybrid model

Opportunities to influence business strategy

Qualifications

• Experience with planning applications and/or land promotion (greenfield focus preferred).
• Passion for residential planning and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise on development potential of land and buildings.
• Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Assist with Local Plan Examinations.

Skills

Strong report writing

Research skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial awareness

Education

RTPI accredited planning qualification

RTPI membership (or working towards it)

Job description

Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Job Title: Senior / Associate Town Planner
Location: Kent-based (Hybrid with Flexible Working)

We're working with a leading planning consultancy that's expanding their South East team with the appointment of a Senior or Associate Town Planner. Based in Kent, this is a key opportunity to help shape and grow a regional offering as part of a highly respected national planning team.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of exciting residential planning projects-ranging from large-scale greenfield applications to strategic land promotions-whilst being part of a friendly and multi-disciplinary team.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary with excellent benefits including private medical cover and professional subscription payments
The chance to work on high-profile strategic planning projects across the South East
A genuinely flexible hybrid model-office-based 2 days per week with the remainder shaped around you
A culture built on trust, collaboration and autonomy
Clear opportunities to influence the business strategy in the region and grow with the teamAbout the Role:

As a Senior or Associate Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in the team's continued growth. You'll take responsibility for managing projects from inception through to consent, while supporting business development and client engagement.

This position offers the scope to work closely with in-house experts across planning, design, heritage, and economics, allowing for a truly integrated and holistic approach to development.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise on the development potential of land and buildings
Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals
Provide policy advice and carry out planning research
Draft representations to Local Plans and assist with Local Plan Examinations
Support identification of land opportunities and strategic growth areas
Work closely with clients, local authorities, and other consultants
Help drive business development and regional visibilityAbout You:

You may currently be a Senior Planner ready for your next challenge or an experienced Planner ready to step up. Either way, we're looking for someone with a passion for residential planning and a collaborative approach.

Requirements:

RTPI accredited planning qualification
RTPI membership (or working towards it)
Experience with planning applications and/or land promotion (greenfield focus preferred)
Strong report writing and research skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Commercial awareness and ambition to support regional growthBonus if you have:

Experience from a consultancy, developer, or local authority background
Involvement in appeals and Local Plan promotion
Knowledge of Kent and the wider South East planning landscapeInterested?
To apply or find out more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) in confidence

Job Info

Job Title:

Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Company:

Penguin Recruitment

Location:

Maidstone, Kent

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 20th 2025

Sector:

Consulting

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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