Town Planner

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

Job summary

A well-respected consulting firm is seeking a Town Planner in Milton Keynes to provide planning and regeneration consultancy advice to clients. Responsibilities include preparing planning applications, research, and policy design. Candidates should have a relevant degree and some experience in a similar role. The role offers a competitive salary and a good work/life balance with a flexible working arrangement. Ideal for someone keen to grow their skillset while managing a varied portfolio of projects.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Strong benefits package

Good work/life balance with flexible working arrangement

Varied portfolio of work

Opportunity to build upon experience and skillsets

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a Town Planning related field of study.
• Demonstrable previous experience in a similar role (preferred).
• Ability to adapt, think on your feet, and hit the ground running.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals and pre‑application enquiries.
• Undertaking and assisting in the preparation of information for community engagement, committee meetings and public examinations.
• Conducting research and undertaking planning appraisals to establish the development potential of sites.
• Researching and designing planning policies to guide development.
• Writing high quality reports with recommendations.
• Communicating with all stakeholders involved in the planning process.
• Attending site visits and client meetings.

Job description

Job Title

Planning Consultant / Town Planner

Location

Beaconsfield; Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive salary
• Strong benefits package

Company

Penguin Recruitment supporting an independent Planning Consultancy

Position Overview

In this role, you will provide planning, development, and regeneration consultancy advice to both public and private sector clients on all aspects of planning which include retail, residential, leisure and general urban regeneration.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals and pre‑application enquiries
• Undertaking and assisting in the preparation of information for community engagement, committee meetings and public examinations
• Conducting research and undertaking planning appraisals to establish the development potential of sites
• Researching and designing planning policies to guide development
• Writing high quality reports with recommendations
• Communicating with all stakeholders involved in the planning process
• Attending site visits and client meetings

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent in a Town Planning related field of study
• Demonstrable previous experience in a similar role (preferred)
• Ability to adapt, think on your feet, and hit the ground running

Benefits

• Excellent reputation as a good employer
• Good work/life balance with flexible working arrangement
• Varied portfolio of work
• Opportunity to build upon experience and skillsets

Contact

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed).

Job Info

• Job Title: Town Planner
• Company: Penguin Recruitment
• Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
• Posted: Jan 7th 2026
• Closes: Feb 7th 2026
• Sector: Consulting
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time