Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Cheltenham is seeking a Town Planner to support a variety of development projects. The ideal candidate will assist in preparing planning applications, produce necessary statements, and liaise with stakeholders. You'll be expected to have a degree in Town Planning and a proactive, organized approach. Strong communication skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a friendly working environment.

Benefits

Support with RTPI accreditation

Friendly working environment

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline is essential.
• Progress towards RTPI accreditation is preferred.
• Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Produce planning statements and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with local authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive and organized approach

Experience in development management or policy

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Town Planner - Planning Consultancy (Cheltenham)

Location: Cheltenham

Contract: Permanent | Full-time

Sector: Town Planning & Development Consultancy

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning advice across a broad range of development projects, working closely with senior colleagues and clients. The role offers exposure to the full planning lifecycle and genuine scope for progression.

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Producing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation
• Liaising with local authorities, consultees and stakeholders
• Supporting senior planners on appeals, site appraisals and development strategies
• Keeping up to date with planning policy and legislation
• Contributing positively to team collaboration and project delivery

About You

This role would suit a motivated planner at an early to mid-career stage who is keen to learn and progress within consultancy.

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Progress towards RTPI accreditation (or a strong desire to begin/continue this)
• Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority (preferred but not essential)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, organised and professional approach
• Local authority or consultancy experience within development management or policy would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Support with RTPI accreditation and CPD
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Exposure to a diverse range of planning projects
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• A stable and well-respected consultancy setting

Interested?

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on a phone number that has been removed.

All conversations will be treated in strict confidence.