Town Planner in Cardiff)

Penguin Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking urban-planning consultancy in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Town Planner to manage planning applications and engage with local authorities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning and experience in a consultancy environment. This role offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for career growth, along with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Support for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in a planning or consultancy environment.
• Proven track record in successful planning applications.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation and local development frameworks in Wales.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications across various developments.
• Lead site assessments and feasibility studies.
• Liaise with local authorities and stakeholders.
• Provide planning advice and recommendations.
• Support project teams, including designers and architects.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Town & Country Planning or relevant field

Job description

Town Planner - Cardiff

£32,000-£42,000 + benefits + flexible working

Progressive Urban & Planning Consultancy

I’m working exclusively with a dynamic, forward‑thinking urban‑planning and design consultancy that has established an outstanding reputation for delivering high‑quality, sustainable planning solutions across Wales and beyond. Their Cardiff office is now seeking an experienced Town Planner to join the team.

The Role

• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications across residential, mixed‑use, and commercial developments.
• Lead site assessments, feasibility studies, and masterplanning exercises.
• Liaise and build strong working relationships with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients.
• Provide planning advice and recommendations, including policy analysis and interpretation.
• Support wider project teams including designers, architects, and environmental consultants.

What You'll Bring

• A degree (or postgraduate degree) in Town & Country Planning, Urban Planning, or a relevant field.
• Experience working in a planning or consultancy environment, with a proven track record in successful planning applications.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation and local development frameworks in Wales.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail.

Why Join?

• Work with a respected consultancy committed to sustainable, high‑quality development and urban design.
• A collaborative, supportive, and creative working environment where your input will shape real developments in Wales.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development, support for chartership or professional qualifications.
• Flexible working arrangements and a good work‑life balance.
• Exposure to a broad mix of development types – from housing to commercial and mixed‑use schemes.

Interested?

If you are a capable and motivated Town Planner looking for a role where you can make an impact, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. I'd be happy to share the full job brief, details about the team structure and long‑term career development opportunities.