Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting an independent and forward-thinking planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their growing team in Reading.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a key role within a dynamic consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects.

The Role

As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for managing projects from initial appraisal through to determination, providing clear, strategic, and commercially focused planning advice to a range of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and leading planning applications and appeals

• Preparing planning appraisals and development strategies

• Drafting high-quality Planning Statements and supporting reports

• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders

• Attending client meetings and site visits

• Supporting junior team members where required

• Contributing to business development initiatives

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards Chartership)

• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system

• Experience within a consultancy or local authority setting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

• Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Hybrid working flexibility

• Support for continued professional development

• Opportunity to work on a varied and high-quality project portfolio

• Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to join an ambitious consultancy where you can play a meaningful role in shaping development projects and progressing your career.

If you are interested in this opportunity, feel free to call on 01792 365006 or email at joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.