Job Description
Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Rugby
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected property and planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Rugby.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a well-established consultancy working across a broad range of residential, rural, commercial, and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and strategic planning advice within a collaborative and professional environment.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination.
You will manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and support junior colleagues while continuing to develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a growing consultancy environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation
Providing strategic planning advice across a variety of development projects
Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Attending client meetings, consultations, and site visits
Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
Excellent understanding of the UK planning system
Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
WHAT'S ON OFFER
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning and rural development projects
Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
Clear progression opportunities
Ongoing professional development and career support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed)