Town Planner | Senior Town Planner in Preston)

Penguin Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de planification bien établie à Preston recherche un Town Planner ou Senior Town Planner pour se joindre à son équipe. Le rôle implique la gestion de projets, la préparation de demandes et la fourniture de conseils stratégiques. L'opportunité représente une excellente progression de carrière au sein d'une équipe collaborative et respectueuse, avec des projets diversifiés et une culture de soutien.

Benefits

Salaire compétitif

Arrangements de travail flexibles

Culture d'équipe solidaire avec CPD régulier

Clair chemin de progression

Généreuse allocation de congés et package d'avantages

Qualifications

• RTPI accrédité en planification urbaine ou discipline connexe.
• MRTPI ou en voie d'obtention.
• Solides connaissances du système de planification au Royaume-Uni.

Responsibilities

• Préparer, soumettre et gérer des demandes de planification et des appels.
• Fournir des conseils stratégiques de planification aux clients.
• Mentorer les membres juniors de l'équipe.

Skills

Connaissance approfondie du système de planification britannique

Compétences en communication écrite et verbale

Attitude proactive et commerciale

Education

Diplôme accrédité par l'RTPI en planification urbaine ou discipline connexe

MRTPI ou en cours d'acquisition du statut de membre

Job description

Job Title: Town Planner or Senior Town Planner

Location: Preston

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected planning consultancy in Preston as they look to grow their successful team with the appointment of a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner. This consultancy has a strong presence across the North West and is involved in a wide range of exciting projects, from large-scale residential developments to commercial, rural, and mixed-use schemes.

Overview

You'll work alongside a collaborative team of planning professionals, delivering high-quality planning advice and managing projects through all stages of the planning process. You'll liaise with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders to help shape and deliver successful outcomes for a variety of planning applications and appeals.

Responsibilities

* Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications and appeals

* Providing strategic planning advice to clients across multiple sectors

* Supporting site appraisals, planning statements, and Local Plan representations

* Managing client relationships and helping drive business development (Senior level)

* Mentoring junior team members where appropriate

Qualifications

* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline

* MRTPI or working towards chartered status

* Strong knowledge of the UK planning system

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* A proactive and commercially minded attitude

Day-to-Day

You will be involved in preparing and managing planning applications, providing strategic planning advice, and supporting site appraisals and planning statements. At the senior level, you will also be responsible for managing client relationships, driving business development, and mentoring junior team members.

Benefits

* Competitive salary

* Flexible working arrangements

* Supportive team culture with regular CPD

* Clear progression path and exposure to a wide variety of projects

* Generous holiday allowance and benefits package

Whether you're looking to progress into a more senior role or want to join a close-knit team with a strong regional reputation, this opportunity could be the perfect next move.

All conversations will be held in strict confidence.