Senior Town Planner in Bournemouth)

Penguin Recruitment; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning and development consultancy in Bournemouth is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to manage planning applications, provide strategic advice, and work closely with clients to secure successful planning outcomes. Candidates should be MRTPI qualified with 4-5 years of experience and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary alongside career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working model

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative working culture

Qualifications

• Qualified MRTPI (or very close to chartership).
• Minimum of 4-5 years' experience in planning, in either private consultancy or a local authority.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal caseload of planning applications, appeals, and site promotions.
• Prepare and submit planning applications and supporting documents.
• Provide high-level planning advice to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Client relationship management

Education

MRTPI qualified

4-5 years of planning experience

Job description

REF: 46844

Senior Town Planner - Bournemouth

Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to step into a senior role within a respected and fast-growing consultancy on the South Coast?

Our client - a highly regarded, independent planning and development consultancy based in Bournemouth - is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their collaborative and dynamic team. Known for delivering expert planning advice and securing high-profile planning permissions across the South and beyond, they work with a diverse range of clients including developers, architects, landowners, and private individuals.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Town Planner, you'll play a key role in delivering successful planning outcomes for a varied project portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You'll work closely with clients and local authorities, prepare robust planning applications, and provide strategic planning advice from site appraisal to appeal.

You'll be joining a small but highly experienced and friendly team, offering real responsibility, autonomy, and the chance to progress your career in a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage your own caseload of planning applications, appeals, and site promotions

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Provide high-level planning advice to clients and stakeholders

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Prepare and submit planning applications, design and access statements, and supporting reports

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Represent clients at appeals, hearings, and public consultations

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Support and mentor junior members of the team

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Keep abreast of local and national planning policy changes

About You:

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MRTPI qualified (or very close to chartership)

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At least 4-5 years' experience in planning (private consultancy or local authority)

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Excellent knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy

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Strong report writing and communication skills

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A proactive, commercially aware mindset and the confidence to manage client relationships

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A full UK driving licence is essential

What's on Offer:

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Competitive salary of £45,000-£60,000 depending on experience

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Discretionary bonus

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Flexible working with a hybrid model (2-3 days in office per week)

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Excellent career progression opportunities

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A collaborative, professional working culture where your input is truly valued

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected, growing consultancy where your work will make a real impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and enjoy a varied, rewarding role on the beautiful South Coast, we'd love to hear from you.