Are you a Town Planner looking for your next step? Perhaps you're ready to take on more responsibility, work on a varied portfolio of exciting projects, or simply join a consultancy where your ideas and contribution genuinely matter?
I'm working with an established and growing independent planning consultancy who are looking to bring a talented Senior / Associate Town Planner into their team in Kent.
What's on offer?
- Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Exposure to a varied and interesting portfolio of planning projects.
The Role – Senior / Associate Town Planner
- Managing and delivering a range of planning applications and projects from inception through to determination.
- Providing strategic planning advice to clients, including developers, landowners and housebuilders.
- Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
- Advising on planning policy, development potential and land promotion opportunities.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders.
- Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to their professional development.
- Playing an active role in the continued growth and success of the consultancy.
What We're Looking For
- A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
- MRTPI qualification would be advantageous, particularly for Associate-level applicants.
- Experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or similar development environment.
- A strong understanding of UK planning legislation, policy and development management.
- Proven experience managing planning applications and providing sound planning advice.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The confidence to manage client relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues.
- A proactive, commercially minded approach with the ambition to take the next step in your planning career.
Interested?
Whether you're an experienced Town Planner looking to step into a Senior position or an established Senior Planner ready for an Associate-level opportunity, I'd love to have a conversation.
For a confidential discussion or to find out more, get in touch:
Efan Thomas
efan.thomas@penguinrecruitment.co.uk
