Town Planner/Senior Town Planner in Stratford-upon-Avon)

Penguin Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected planning consultancy in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead planning applications and mentor junior colleagues. The ideal candidate will have an RTPI-accredited qualification and 3-6 years of experience. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent career progression opportunities, and involves exciting projects in the planning landscape.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support for continued professional development

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 3-6 years' post-qualification experience in a consultancy or similar environment.
• Ability to lead on planning applications, appeals, and appraisals.
• Strong skills in preparing detailed planning statements and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead on preparation and management of planning applications.
• Prepare detailed planning statements and evidence for hearings.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues in the team.

Skills

Project management

Report writing

Client engagement

Communication

Commercial awareness

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning

MRTPI Chartered membership

Job description

Overview

Senior Town Planner - Stratford-upon-Avon

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a highly respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their Stratford-upon-Avon team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in delivering a diverse range of projects.

The Role

• Lead on the preparation and management of planning applications, appeals, and appraisals.
• Prepare detailed planning statements, development plan representations, and evidence for hearings and inquiries.
• Manage client relationships and provide clear, commercially focused planning advice.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, helping to develop the team\'s future talent.
• Work on a wide range of exciting projects including residential, commercial, mixed-use, and regeneration schemes.

About You

• An RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (or related subject).
• MRTPI Chartered membership (essential).
• 3-6 years\' post-qualification experience in a consultancy or similar environment.
• Excellent project management and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Clear progression opportunities with support for continued professional development.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex, and rewarding projects.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture, with autonomy to shape your career.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Senior Town Planner to join a forward-thinking consultancy in Stratford-upon-Avon and make a real impact on the planning landscape.