Principal Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is looking for a Senior Town Planner to join their Nottingham office. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning, several years of experience, and strong knowledge of the UK planning system. This role offers ownership of diverse projects, mentoring of junior team members, and a chance to provide strategic planning advice. The company fosters a collaborative culture with clear career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in a consultancy or local authority environment.
• Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions.
• Provide clear, strategic planning advice to clients across multiple sectors.
• Prepare high-quality planning statements and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support and mentor junior members of the planning team.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the UK planning system

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning

MRTPI status or working towards chartership

Job description

Overview

Senior Town Planner

Location: Nottingham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with very well established, and reputable consultancy, in their search for a Senior Planner for their Nottingham office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy, working on a wide-ranging portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, energy, and mixed-use developments. The role offers the chance to take ownership of projects, support junior colleagues, and play a key role in delivering commercially focused planning advice.

Role

• Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions
• Provide clear, strategic planning advice to clients across multiple sectors
• Undertake site appraisals and planning policy assessments
• Prepare high-quality planning statements and supporting documentation
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
• Support and mentor junior members of the planning team

About You

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
• MRTPI status or be working towards chartership
• Several years\' experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage projects independently and work to deadlines

Why Apply?

This Senior Town Planner role offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy with a strong national presence, a collaborative culture, and clear opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position in Nottingham, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for further information.