Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Nottingham Nottinghamshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Nottingham
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their Nottingham office.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a highly regarded consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, strategic land, and regeneration 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 planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission, negotiation, appeal, and determination.
You will manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality planning solutions across a range of development sectors. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to further develop their career within a market-leading consultancy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals across a range of development sectors
* Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
* Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility assessments
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients and consultant teams
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and key stakeholders
* Working collaboratively with colleagues across planning, design, and development disciplines
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or multidisciplinary environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-profile planning projects
* Strong client exposure and project responsibility
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Exposure to multidisciplinary project teams and varied development sectors
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at