Senior Town Planner - Rural & Mixed-Use (Hybrid)

Penguin Recruitment; Pulborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established rural property and planning consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their team in Pulborough, West Sussex. The role includes managing planning applications, providing strategic planning advice, and mentoring junior colleagues. Candidates should have an MRTPI qualification and solid experience in the UK planning system. The company offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and real progression opportunities within a professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Clear progression opportunities

Exposure to high-quality planning work

Friendly professional working culture

Qualifications

• Ability to manage projects and client relationships confidently.
• Solid experience within the UK planning system required.
• Experience in rural planning or agricultural development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver planning applications and appeals.
• Provide strategic planning advice to private clients and landowners.
• Undertake site appraisals and development feasibility assessments.
• Prepare and coordinate planning statements and supporting documents.
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong report writing

Communication skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Education

MRTPI qualification or working towards chartered status

Job description

A well-established rural property and planning consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their team in Pulborough, West Sussex. The role includes managing planning applications, providing strategic planning advice, and mentoring junior colleagues. Candidates should have an MRTPI qualification and solid experience in the UK planning system. The company offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and real progression opportunities within a professional environment.