Senior Town Planner (MRTPI Chartered)

Location: Birmingham
Full-time | Hybrid/Flexible Working Options
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a driven and experienced Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) looking to take your career to the next level? I’m currently working with a highly respected planning consultancy that is looking to add a talented Senior Town Planner to their growing team.

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who wants to work on high-profile projects across a broad range of sectors — from major residential and mixed-use schemes to commercial, retail and infrastructure developments. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your voice heard, and your career progression supported — this could be the perfect fit.

What’s in it for you?

• A strong pipeline of diverse and high-impact projects

• Collaborative and supportive team environment

• Real opportunities for career progression and development

• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle

• Competitive salary, annual bonus, and generous benefits package

What we’re looking for:

• MRTPI Chartered Town Planner (essential)

• Proven experience in UK planning (public or private sector)

• Strong understanding of the planning system and development process

• Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills

• A proactive mindset with the ability to manage your own projects and support junior team members

Whether you’re looking for a fresh challenge or a step up into a more senior role, this is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation in the industry.

Interested? Let’s have a confidential chat. Drop me a message here on LinkedIn or send your CV directly to katy.thorne@penguinrecruitment.co.uk and call me on 01792365109.