Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Stourbridge
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected and well-established planning consultancy in the appointment of a Town Planner/Senior Town Planner.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a growing team and work on a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
The Role
The successful Town Planner will:
- Prepare and manage planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals
- Provide clear and commercially focused planning advice to clients
- Manage projects from inception through to determination
- Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders
- Support and mentor junior members of the planning team
- Assist with client relationship management and business development
Requirements
Candidates should have:
- A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
- MRTPI status or be working towards chartership
- Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning environment
- Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Exposure to a diverse range of planning projects
- Ongoing professional development and CPD support
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on 01792361770 or email josh.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.
