Town Planner | Senior Town Planner in Gatwick)

Penguin Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy in Gatwick is seeking a motivated Town Planner or Senior Town Planner. This role involves leading planning projects, supporting major DCO and EIA projects, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years' experience in the UK planning system, strong communication skills, and be MRTPI qualified or working towards it. Competitive salary and multiple benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Discretionary bonus scheme

Pension and life assurance

Professional membership support

Gym membership

Cycle to work and tech schemes

On-site breakfast and refreshments

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing training and development support

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience within the UK planning system.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage smaller planning projects from start to finish.
• Support on major projects, including DCO and EIA work.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to strategic planning advice.

Skills

Understanding of UK planning legislation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

MRTPI qualified or working towards it

Job description

Town Planner / Senior Town Planner

Location: Gatwick, London

Are you an experienced and motivated Town Planner looking to work on some of the UK's most exciting and high-profile infrastructure projects?

We're currently working with a respected planning consultancy in the Gatwick area, who are seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join their growing and dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a company involved in nationally significant DCO (Development Consent Order) and EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) projects.

The Role:

• Lead and manage smaller planning projects from start to finish.
• Support on major projects, including DCO and EIA work, as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Attend client meetings, liaise with external consultants, and contribute to strategic planning advice.
• Take an active role in project coordination and delivery across a variety of sectors.
• Be a key point of contact for clients and play an important role in building lasting relationships.

What We're Looking For:

• At least 3 years' experience within the UK planning system.
• Excellent understanding of planning legislation and local government workings.
• MRTPI qualified or working towards it.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience working on DCO and/or EIA projects would be advantageous.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension and life assurance
• Professional membership support
• Gym membership
• Cycle to work and tech schemes
• On-site breakfast and refreshments
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Ongoing training and development support

Interested?