Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Progression opportunities

MRTPI support

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Newcastle is seeking a Town Planner to join a respected planning consultancy. You will work on a broad range of high-profile projects across the North East and wider UK, helping with applications, appraisals and client management.

The role suits a planner with consultancy or local authority experience, offering hybrid/flexible working, MRTPI support and clear progression within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline.
• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership.
• Experience in a consultancy or local authority environment.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service.
• Ability to manage workloads and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Undertaking site appraisals and planning research.
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders.
• Assisting with strategic planning advice and project delivery.
• Supporting senior team members on major development projects.
• Attending meetings, committee hearings and public consultations where required.

Skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Workload management

Education

Town Planning degree

MRTPI qualification

Job description

Job title: Town Planner

Location: Newcastle

Salary: Competitive

We're working with a highly respected independent planning consultancy looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their growing Newcastle office. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner with consultancy or local authority experience who is looking to work on a broad range of high-profile projects across the North East and wider UK.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative and well-established team advising on a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, leisure and regeneration schemes. You'll be involved in all aspects of the planning process, from preparing applications and planning appraisals through to managing client relationships and supporting project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
• Undertaking site appraisals and planning research
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders
• Assisting with strategic planning advice and project delivery
• Supporting senior team members on major development projects
• Attending meetings, committee hearings and public consultations where required

Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership
• Previous experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service
• Ability to manage workloads and deadlines effectively

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
• Exposure to high-quality projects across multiple sectors
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Professional development and continued MRTPI support

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career with a respected consultancy offering genuine progression and varied project exposure in Newcastle.