Town Planner | Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading town planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Planner or Consultant Planner for their Milton Keynes office. The role involves providing expert advice, managing applications, and collaborating with clients and authorities. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and clear progression opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Car allowance

25 days annual leave plus additional leave for long service

Private health insurance

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment with regular social activities

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in town planning, preferably within consultancy.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare planning applications and appeals.
• Provide expert town planning advice to clients.
• Represent clients at Hearings and Planning Committees.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Organised

Proactive

Commercially aware

Education

MRTPI qualified (or working towards)

Job description

Senior Planner / Consultant Planner

Location: Buckinghamshire, Bourne End

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected Town Planning and Heritage Consultancy with a long-standing track record of securing planning permissions for a broad range of commercial and residential developments.

With a varied client base spanning housebuilders, land promoters, retailers, leisure operators, national food and drink brands, banks, private healthcare providers and housing associations, this is an exciting opportunity to join a team working on impactful and high-profile projects across the country.

The Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Planner or Consultant Planner to join the team at their Bourne End office. You'll be joining a friendly, knowledgeable team and collaborating with Directors, consultants, local authorities, and clients to deliver high-quality planning solutions that meet both policy requirements and commercial objectives.

This position sits between Senior Planner and Principal Consultant level, making it ideal for someone with solid experience in consultancy or local government who's ready for the next step in their planning career.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert town planning advice to clients and internal colleagues
Manage and prepare planning applications, appeals, and planning appraisals
Draft Planning Statements and Appeal Statements
Represent clients at Hearings, Planning Committees, and meetings with local authorities
Recommend and manage external consultants where required
Lead and attend client and project team meetings
Assist in preparing fee proposals
Ensure all advice complies with national planning policy, planning law, and best practice
Maintain RTPI membership and professional developmentRequirements:

MRTPI qualified (or actively working towards it)
Several years' experience in town planning, preferably within consultancy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Commercially aware and confident managing client relationships
Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant legislation
Organised, proactive, and capable of managing your own projectsSalary & Benefits:

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Discretionary bonus scheme
Car allowance
25 days annual leave plus additional leave for long service
Private health insurance
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working (3 days in office / 2 days from home)
Supportive team environment with regular social activities
Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancyIf you're an experienced Planner looking to take the next step in a rewarding and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

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

Job Info

Job Title:

Town Planner | Senior Town Planner

Company:

Penguin Recruitment

Location:

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 25th 2025

Sector:

Consulting

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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