Senior Town Planner

The Company

The client, a renowned for its expertise in securing planning consents for complex and high-profile schemes, is looking for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join the team! This role offers the opportunity to lead and influence high-value, complex projects across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

The Position as a Senior Town Planner

• Project Management: Lead on significant planning projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet client objectives and align with planning policy.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering strategic advice and innovative solutions.
• Planning Applications: Oversee the preparation and submission of complex planning applications, including appeals and representations.
• Policy Analysis: Conduct thorough reviews of planning policies, identifying opportunities and risks for clients.
• Team Leadership: Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth and development of the team

What's on offer for a Senior Town Planner?

• Training and career development.
• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy that values your ideas.
• Work on some of the UK's most exciting and high-profile projects.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Join a supportive team where your expertise will be recognized and valued.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible working schedule - office based, Hybrid and Remote roles.

Essential Criteria for the candidate as a Senior Town Planner

• RTPI accredited town planning degree or relevant.
• Previous relevant consultancy experience.
• MRTPI qualified.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy frameworks.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present effectively to clients and stakeholders.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable Senior Town Planners ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany on 01792 957385 or at Tamzin.warren-vimpany@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.