Town Planner

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

Job summary

A well-established planning consultancy in Hitchin is seeking a Town Planner. The role offers the chance to work on diverse projects while providing clear planning advice and supporting senior planners. Ideal for candidates with an RTPI-accredited degree and experience in a consultancy environment. Competitive salary, hybrid working, and structured career progression are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid working

RTPI support and structured progression

Supportive team culture

Excellent long-term career development

Qualifications

• Experience in consultancy or local authority planning team.
• Solid understanding of planning policy and development processes.
• MRTPI or working towards chartership (support provided).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Undertake site appraisals and planning assessments.
• Support senior planners on development schemes.

Skills

Strong written communication

Report writing ability

Client-focused approach

Proactive and organised

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or equivalent

Job description

Town Planner - Growing Planning Consultancy - Hitchin

Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire.
Salary: Competitive + benefits.
Role: Full‑time, Permanent.

I'm working with a well‑established, independent planning consultancy – highly regarded for its commercial awareness, technical expertise, and strong client relationships – to find an ambitious Town Planner for their Hitchin office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, experienced team where you'll gain exposure to a diverse project portfolio spanning residential, commercial, rural, leisure, and mixed‑use developments across the region.

The Role

• Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications and appeals.
• Undertake site appraisals, planning assessments, and policy research.
• Support senior planners on complex development schemes.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and external consultants.
• Provide clear planning advice and contribute to project strategies.
• Work across a wide variety of sectors – no two projects the same.

Ideal Candidate

• A relevant RTPI‑accredited degree or equivalent.
• Experience in a consultancy or local authority planning team.
• Strong written communication and report‑writing ability.
• Solid understanding of planning policy and development processes.
• A proactive, organised, and client‑focused approach.
• MRTPI or working towards chartership (full support provided).

This role suits an Assistant Planner looking to step up or an established Town Planner seeking broader, hands‑on project exposure in a supportive consultancy environment.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid working
• RTPI support and structured progression
• Varied project workload
• Supportive, personable team culture
• Excellent long‑term career development

How to Apply

Keen to join a respected consultancy with a strong regional presence and a commitment to professional growth? Send your CV for a confidential conversation.