Senior Town Planner in Hook)

Penguin Recruitment; Hart; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its Hampshire office. In this role, you will manage projects from start to finish, prepare planning applications, and represent clients at committee hearings. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and be either chartered or working towards RTPI membership. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible, supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Diverse project portfolio

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards RTPI membership is essential.
• Broad planning experience ideally gained in consultancy or development.
• Strong project management and effective communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering a varied portfolio of planning projects.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and appraisals.
• Building strong client relationships through reliable advice.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Client-facing experience

Education

Chartered or working towards RTPI membership

Job description

Senior Town Planner

Hampshire

A respected planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its growing Hampshire office. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on responsibility for a diverse mix of projects while developing your professional profile in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will be involved in managing projects from start to finish, preparing applications and appeals, and providing clear, commercially aware planning advice. You'll also play a key role in representing clients, working closely with stakeholders, and supporting business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering a varied portfolio of planning projects
• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and appraisals
• Building strong client relationships through professional and reliable advice
• Representing clients at committee and appeal hearings
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team

Requirements

• Chartered or working towards RTPI membership
• Broad planning experience, ideally gained in consultancy or development
• Strong project management and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and client-facing experience
• Full driving licence (exceptions considered)

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible, supportive working environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• High-quality and diverse project portfolio
• Knowledgeable and collaborative team culture

This is an excellent career step for a Senior Town Planner looking to grow within a well-regarded consultancy that values progression, flexibility, and professional development.

Interested?