Town Planner in Birmingham)

Penguin Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a motivated Town Planner to join their team. The role involves preparing planning applications, conducting site appraisals, and providing strategic planning advice. Candidates should possess an RTPI-accredited degree, ideally with 2-4 years of consultancy experience. The attractive package includes a competitive salary between £35,000 and £45,000, discretionary bonuses, and a supportive environment with a clear progression path.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Flexible hybrid working

Full support towards RTPI chartership

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• MRTPI-qualified or working towards chartership (support provided).
• Ideally 2-4 years' experience within a planning consultancy or local authority.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Undertaking research, site appraisals, and policy analysis.
• Preparing reports, planning statements, and client presentations.
• Liaising with clients, local authorities, and external consultants.
• Supporting business development and client relationship activities.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Collaborative and proactive approach

Research and policy analysis

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Town Planning

Job description

Town Planner

Location: Birmingham (hybrid working)

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits

Sector: Town Planning / Development Consultancy

Are you a Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with one of the UK's most respected independent planning consultancies? Our client, a forward-thinking and design-conscious firm, is seeking a motivated planner to join their growing Birmingham team.

About the Company

This award-winning consultancy is known for delivering intelligent, sustainable, and commercially viable planning advice across the residential, mixed-use, commercial, and strategic land sectors. With offices nationwide and a strong reputation for quality and collaboration, they work with a diverse client base - from major developers to local authorities and private landowners.

Their culture is supportive, inclusive, and genuinely people-focused. You'll be joining a friendly, multidisciplinary team where your ideas will be heard and your professional development actively encouraged.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you'll be involved in a wide range of exciting and high-profile projects across the Midlands and beyond. You'll prepare and manage planning applications, contribute to planning appraisals, and provide strategic planning advice to clients. The role offers excellent exposure to projects of varying scale and complexity, alongside the opportunity to work with - and learn from - highly experienced senior planners.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
• Undertaking research, site appraisals, and policy analysis
• Preparing reports, planning statements, and client presentations
• Liaising with clients, local authorities, and external consultants
• Supporting business development and client relationship activities

About You

• MRTPI-qualified or working towards chartership (support provided)
• RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Town Planning or related discipline
• Ideally 2-4 years' experience within a planning consultancy or local authority
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A collaborative, proactive approach and genuine enthusiasm for planning

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (£35,000-£45,000 depending on experience)
• Discretionary bonus and excellent benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the office)
• Full support toward RTPI chartership
• Clear progression path within a respected and growing consultancy

If you're seeking a role where you can contribute to high-quality, meaningful projects while developing your career in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect move.