Senior Town Planner — Autonomy, Mentoring & Impact

Penguin Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable planning consultancy in Cheltenham is looking for a Senior Town Planner to manage planning projects, mentor junior staff, and enhance client relationships. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and autonomy over projects. Ideal candidates are MRTPI qualified with proven experience in consultancy or local authority planning and have strong communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to make a visible impact outside of corporate structures.

Benefits

Flexible working approach

Realistic career progression

Interesting project work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a consultancy or local authority planning role.
• Enjoys responsibility and desires to influence outcomes.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload of planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of planning projects from strategy to determination.
• Provide clear planning advice to clients.
• Lead project strategy and coordinate efforts.
• Support and mentor junior planners.
• Contribute to business development and client relationships.

Skills

MRTPI qualification

Knowledge of the UK planning system

Confident communication

Commercial awareness

Education

MRTPI qualified or working towards

Job description

A reputable planning consultancy in Cheltenham is looking for a Senior Town Planner to manage planning projects, mentor junior staff, and enhance client relationships. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and autonomy over projects. Ideal candidates are MRTPI qualified with proven experience in consultancy or local authority planning and have strong communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to make a visible impact outside of corporate structures.