Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with a well respected consultancy, in their search for a Town Planner for their Exeter office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional to join a well-established, design-led consultancy with a strong reputation across the South West. You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential, commercial, mixed-use, and regeneration schemes, gaining excellent exposure across all stages of the planning process.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support and manage planning projects from initial appraisal through to determination, providing clear and commercially sound planning advice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and pre-application enquiries

• Drafting planning statements and supporting documentation

• Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy analysis

• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants, and clients

• Supporting appeals and strategic planning work

• Attending meetings, site visits, and committee hearings as required

About You

The successful Town Planner will have:

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline

• RTPI membership or be working towards Chartership

• Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority

• Strong understanding of the UK planning system

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive, organised, and collaborative approach

Why Apply?

• Join a respected and design-focused consultancy

• Work on varied and high-quality projects

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Clear opportunities for professional development and progression

For further information on this Town Planner role in Exeter, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.