Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent planning consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to join their team in Sheffield or Leeds. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning, at least 12 months of experience, and strong skills in report writing and communication. This role offers competitive salary, support for RTPI chartership, and exposure to high-quality projects across various sectors.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support with RTPI chartership

Flexible working arrangements

Exposure to high-quality projects

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience within planning (private or public sector).
• Working towards or recently achieved RTPI accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing client projects from initial site appraisals to application stages.
• Prepare planning statements and co-ordinate applications.
• Liaise with clients and local authorities.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Organisation

Knowledge of planning system

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related subject

Job description

Town Planner
Location: Sheffield or Leeds

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading independent planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their growing team in either their Leeds or Sheffield office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of projects across the residential, commercial, leisure, and mixed-use sectors - both urban and rural - with one of the region's most respected planning consultancies.

The Role:

As a Town Planner, you will assist in managing client projects from initial site appraisals through to application and appeal stages. You will work alongside a talented team of planning professionals and play an active role in preparing planning statements, co-ordinating applications, and liaising with clients and local authorities.

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Town Planning or related subject

• At least 12 months' experience within planning (private or public sector)

• Working towards or recently achieved RTPI accreditation

• Strong report writing, communication, and organisational skills

• Knowledge of the planning system and development management process

• A proactive attitude and desire to progress in consultancy

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Support with RTPI chartership

• Flexible working arrangements

• Exposure to high-quality projects across a variety of sectors

• A supportive and collaborative working environment with excellent career progression opportunities

Whether you're currently in the public or private sector, this is a great opportunity for a driven planner looking to grow their career with a highly regarded consultancy.

To find out more or to apply, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)