Planner to Senior Planner

Rugby, England

£30000 - £40000 per annum

Full Time

Planning, Engineering

25 March 2026

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Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and planning consultancy in their search for a Planner to join their team in Rugby.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional to join a respected practice with a long-standing presence in the Midlands, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, rural, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

You will be joining a collaborative planning team with the chance to gain exposure to a broad range of planning work, develop client-facing skills, and play an active role in the delivery of projects from initial appraisal through to determination.

The Role

  • Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals

  • Supporting senior staff on a variety of planning projects

  • Undertaking site appraisals and planning research

  • Liaising with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders

  • Assisting with the preparation of planning statements and reports

  • Monitoring planning policy and legislative changes

Requirements

  • RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related subject

  • Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines

  • MRTPI or working towards Chartership (desirable)

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Hybrid working

  • Structured career progression

  • Support towards RTPI Chartership

  • Varied project exposure

If you're a Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy, we would be keen to hear from you.

If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk

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