Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Brentwood is looking for an ambitious Town Planner to join their team. This role offers exciting opportunities to work on diverse residential and mixed-use schemes, assisting with planning applications and policy research. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Town Planning and a proactive mindset, with real career progression available. Join a supportive team environment where your contributions will have a significant impact.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary and benefits

Real career progression

Qualifications

• Degree (and ideally a master’s) in Town Planning or related field.
• Working towards or recently achieved MRTPI status.
• Sound understanding of the UK planning system.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Assisting with planning statements and site assessments.
• Conducting policy research and contributing to pre-application advice.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive mindset

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related field

Job description

Town Planner
Location: Brentwood

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful and growing planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team based in Brentwood.

Our client is an established, design-led planning and development practice working on a wide range of exciting residential and mixed-use schemes across the South East. They work with a diverse client base including developers, landowners, architects and investors, providing high-quality advice and securing successful outcomes through the planning system.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Town Planner with around 1-3 years of experience (either in the private or public sector) looking to take the next step in their career. You’ll work closely with senior team members on a range of planning applications, site appraisals, and appeals, while also supporting on strategic planning and client engagement.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting on the preparation and submission of planning applications

• Assisting with planning statements, design and access statements, and site assessments

• Conducting policy research and contributing to pre-application advice

• Working closely with clients, consultants and local authorities

• Attending site visits and public consultations

• Representing the business at meetings and networking events

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree (and ideally a master’s) in Town Planning or related field

• Working towards or recently achieved MRTPI status

• A sound understanding of the UK planning system

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

• A proactive and detail-oriented mindset

Why Join?

• Supportive and close-knit team environment

• Hands-on experience across a varied and exciting project portfolio

• Real career progression and mentorship from experienced professionals

• Flexible working and competitive salary/benefits

• Opportunity to develop your planning career in a dynamic consultancy setting

If you are a Town Planner ready to grow your experience in a creative, collaborative and commercially focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply for this Town Planner role, contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email [e-mail].