Town Planner

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

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Town Planner to manage planning applications, conduct research, and liaise with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a degree in Town Planning and 2-4 years’ experience. Competitive salary, professional development support, and hybrid working options await the right applicants.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing support for your professional development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in planning consultancy or local authority.
• MRTPI chartered or working towards chartership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Conduct research and provide planning appraisals.
• Draft planning statements and reports to a high standard.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and external stakeholders.
• Support senior colleagues on complex projects while managing your own workload.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organised and confident managing multiple deadlines

Education

RTPI accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning

Job description

Town Planner – Birmingham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join the team in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established practice known for delivering innovative and commercially focused planning solutions across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use development.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will:

• Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications and appeals
• Conduct research and provide planning appraisals
• Draft planning statements and reports to a high standard
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and external stakeholders
• Support senior colleagues on complex projects while managing your own workload

About You

• RTPI accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related subject
• 2-4 years’ experience in planning consultancy or local authority
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organised and confident managing multiple deadlines
• MRTPI chartered or working towards chartership

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Ongoing support for your professional development
• Career progression opportunities within a respected consultancy
• Hybrid working options available

If you are interested in this Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email your CV to [e-mail]