Associate Town Planner – Cornwall

Location: Cornwall (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career?
We’re working with a well-established planning consultancy based in Cornwall that’s looking to expand its dynamic team with an ambitious Associate Town Planner.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking practice with an impressive client portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You’ll play a key role in shaping planning strategies, managing projects from inception through to delivery, and supporting the continued growth of the business.

The Role

As an Associate Town Planner, you will:

• Lead on a variety of planning projects across Cornwall and the South West.

• Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation.

• Provide strategic planning advice to clients and stakeholders.

• Liaise with local authorities, developers, and consultants to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development activities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or working towards it).

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 4 years’ professional planning experience, ideally within consultancy or local authority.

• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and local policies.

• Excellent communication, report-writing, and project management skills.

• A proactive, client-focused approach with a genuine passion for planning.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

• Opportunities for professional growth and progression within a respected planning team.

• Supportive and collaborative company culture.

If you’re ready to take on a varied and rewarding role where your expertise will make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you on 01792365109 and forward your CV to katy.thorne@penguinrecruitment.co.uk