Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent Planning Consultancy in Beaconsfield is looking for a Planning Consultant to provide expert planning and development advice to various sector clients. Responsibilities include preparing planning applications, conducting research, and writing reports. A degree in Town Planning is essential, alongside strong adaptability. This role offers an attractive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Strong benefits package

Good work/life balance

Flexible working arrangements

Varied portfolio of work

Qualifications

• Demonstrable previous experience in a planning consultancy role.
• Ability to think on your feet and adapt quickly to changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Conduct research and prepare planning appraisals.
• Write high-quality reports with recommendations.

Skills

Adaptability

Planning application preparation

Research and analysis

Report writing

Education

Degree in Town Planning or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Planning Consultant

Location: Beaconsfield

Salary: Attractive salary + Strong benefits package

The Company

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an independent Planning Consultancy whose close-knit team is seeking a Town Planner to join the team in their Beaconsfield office.

The Position

In this role, you will provide planning, development, and regeneration consultancy advice to both public and private sector clients on all aspects of planning which include retail, residential, leisure and general urban regeneration.

The Candidate

The client is seeking applications from candidates who hold a degree or equivalent in a Town Planning related field of study. Ideally the candidate will have demonstratable previous experience in a similar role. The ability to adapt and think on your feet, as well as to hit the ground running is essential.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals and pre-application enquiries
• Undertaking and assisting in the preparation of information for community engagement, committee meetings and public examinations
• Conducting research and undertaking planning appraisals to establish the development potential of sites
• Researching and designing planning policies to guide development
• Writing high quality reports with recommendations
• Communicating with all stakeholders involved in the planning process
• Attending site visits and client meetings

Why should you apply?

• Attractive salary
• Strong benefits package
• Excellent reputation in the market as being a good employer
• Good work/life balance with flexible working arrangement
• Fantastic opportunity to build upon experiences and skillsets
• Varied portfolio of work

Interested? (…and who wouldn't be?!)

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)