Senior Town Planner

  • Penguin Recruitment Ltd
  • Chester, Cheshire
  • Oct 17, 2025
Full time Other

Job Description

Senior Town Planner - Chester

I'm delighted to be working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Chester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner to work on a diverse range of projects and play a key role in shaping the built environment across the region.

The RoleAs a Senior Town Planner, you'll be involved in a wide variety of planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. You'll take responsibility for managing applications, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and supporting junior colleagues where appropriate. This role offers real scope to develop your career further within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals

  • Providing expert planning advice to clients and stakeholders

  • Managing projects and meeting deadlines effectively

  • Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team

  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships

About You:

  • MRTPI qualified (or working towards submission)

  • Proven experience in town planning, ideally within private consultancy

  • Strong communication and report-writing skills

  • Ability to manage your own workload and projects with confidence

  • A proactive, client-focused approach

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Exposure to exciting and varied projects

  • A supportive, collaborative working environment

  • Clear progression opportunities

If you're an experienced planner looking for the next step in your career, this role offers the perfect platform to develop while contributing to high-profile projects in Chester and beyond. Contact Neil Ellerton on for further information.