Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established consultancy is seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic team. This role involves working across various sectors, including retail and environmental planning, to provide expert guidance on securing planning permissions. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience, strong communication skills, and a client-focused approach. With a hybrid working model, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planner to make a significant impact in a growing consultancy. If you're ready for your next challenge, don't hesitate to apply!

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Competitive pension contributions

Annual parking permit

Group life insurance scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the private sector.
• Chartered status preferred, strong communicator.

Responsibilities

• Conducting policy and planning history research.
• Preparing planning strategies and submitting applications.
• Negotiating with planning officers and engaging clients.

Skills

Town Planning

Negotiation Skills

Policy Research

Client Engagement

Commercial Awareness

Education

Chartered Status (or working towards it)

Job description

REFNESH

Town Planner / Senior Town Planner - Private Sector

Shropshire (Hybrid Working)

Up to £35,000 (DOE) + Benefits

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and client-focused environment? We are working on behalf of a well-established consultancy that is seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join their team.

The Role:

In this role, you will work across a diverse range of sectors, including retail, commercial, and environmental planning, providing expert guidance on securing planning permissions and shaping strategic developments.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Conducting policy and planning history research
2. Preparing planning strategies and submitting applications
3. Writing Design & Access Statements and Planning Statements
4. Negotiating with planning officers and engaging directly with clients and consultants
5. Contributing to commercial strategy with a client-facing approach

About You:

Minimum 5 years' experience in the private sector

Chartered status (or working towards it) preferred

A strong, personable communicator with commercial awareness

Full UK driving licence required

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

The Offer:

Hybrid working - 3 days in-office, 2 days from home

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Competitive pension contributions

Annual parking permit provided

Group life insurance scheme

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planner to join a growing consultancy with a strong reputation and a supportive working environment. If you are looking for a new challenge, apply today!

To discuss this role confidentially, get in touch now. Call Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed), or send your CV to (url removed)