Senior Town Planner: Hybrid & High-Impact Projects

Penguin Recruitment; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and planning consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage a range of planning projects across various sectors. Ideal candidates will hold MRTPI qualifications and have solid consultancy or local authority experience. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, creative environment on diverse projects. Hybrid working arrangements are available, making it perfect for a proactive planner passionate about sustainable development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Solid experience in consultancy or local authority planning roles.
• Track record in managing medium to large-scale planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering planning applications and appeals.
• Providing planning strategy and policy advice to clients and colleagues.
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and design teams.
• Mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Report writing skills

Presentation skills

Proactive mindset

Education

MRTPI qualification or eligibility for chartered status

Job description

A leading design and planning consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage a range of planning projects across various sectors. Ideal candidates will hold MRTPI qualifications and have solid consultancy or local authority experience. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, creative environment on diverse projects. Hybrid working arrangements are available, making it perfect for a proactive planner passionate about sustainable development.