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Job title: Senior / Principal Town Planner Location: Sutton Coldfield (Hybrid Working) Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Town Planner to join their Sutton Coldfield office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced MRTPI-qualified planner to work on a diverse portfolio of major residential-led schemes for national and regional housebuilders, alongside a supportive and growing team. The Role The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering complex planning applications and advising clients on strategic planning matters. Responsibilities will include: Preparing high-quality planning statements, Statements of Community Involvement and supporting documentation for a wide range of planning applications with minimal supervision. Assisting with major planning applications (outline, full and reserved matters) for residential and mixed-use developments. Attending planning committees to present and defend proposals and respond to committee questions. Organising and managing public consultation events (online and in person) and engaging with stakeholders and the wider public. Undertaking site appraisals and advising clients on development potential and planning strategy. Developing innovative and commercially focused planning strategies to challenge established planning positions and unlock site potential. Managing and supporting planning appeals, including written representations, hearings and Public Inquiries, with potential expert witness involvement. Preparing representations to emerging Local Plans and participating in the Examination in Public process. Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team. Candidate Requirements MRTPI qualified with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the private sector, with some experience in a local authority setting. Strong knowledge of the development management process and plan-making system. Proven ability to manage complex planning projects and work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to think creatively to solve planning challenges. Full UK driving licence and access to a car (preferred). What's on Offer Highly competitive salary (dependent on experience). Hybrid working (currently 3 days per week in the office). Dedicated car parking space. NEST pension scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus a Christmas-New Year office shutdown. Ongoing CPD and training support. Quarterly staff social events. A developing benefits package, expected to include private healthcare, enhanced pension and salary sacrifice options. Genuine long-term career progression opportunities with support for additional training and professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated planner looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and supportive consultancy environment. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Town Planner / Senior Town Planner Location: Bristol (Flexible / Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Competitive + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join a highly successful and growing national planning consultancy in their Bristol office. Due to continued expansion, my client is looking to strengthen their strategic land team with the appointment of an ambitious and commercially aware planner. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse and high-profile portfolio of projects across the UK. The Role Working primarily within the strategic land sector, you will support clients on a wide range of planning projects, including: Strategic land promotion Residential planning applications (small-scale to major schemes) New settlement proposals Planning appeals Strategic employment land promotion and applications You will play a key role in delivering complex projects to agreed deadlines, producing high-quality reports, and supporting senior colleagues in driving projects forward successfully through the planning system. About You MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership) Experience in strategic land promotion is highly desirable Strong report writing and analytical skills Proven ability to manage projects and meet deadlines Commercial awareness and client-focused approach This is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment that genuinely invests in its people. What's on Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Structured learning and development framework Exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio Opportunity to be part of a growing, award-winning national practice Full-time or part-time options available If you are looking to join a collaborative and ambitious planning consultancy where you can make a meaningful contribution and continue to grow professionally, I would be pleased to hear from you so apply now! Any questions, I am available on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Reference - 64483

Town Planner Permanent London Ref: DB025 A leading independent planning consultancy is seeking an experienced Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from high-density urban developments to strategic land and regeneration schemes. Town Planner Responsibilities Prepare and submit planning applications and supporting documents Draft planning statements, appeal documents, and site appraisals Undertake policy and site research Attend client meetings and liaise with local authorities Support senior planners on strategy and project delivery Town Planner Requirements Relevant experience in similar role RTPI-accredited planning degree Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving license Benefits Competitive Salary Pension Generous Holiday Allowance Hybrid Working Clear path for career progression Supportive and Sociable Team Culture Full RTPI support Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) (phone number removed)

Your new company My client, the market leader in offering container transport and distribution services, is seeking a professional experienced Transport Planner to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that has over 40 depots across the country and prides themselves on the service they provide to both internal and external customers. Your new role The position is being offered full time and working from comfortable offices. Some of your duties will include but not limited to Dealing with drivers via phone and face to face Continuous communication with ports Booking delivery slots Updating internal system (TOPS) Chasing drivers for timings and updating the system accordingly Re-routing and planning as necessary Dealing with possible delays and speaking directly to customers if required Checking all PODS are assigned correctly to the correct jobs. Providing a first class service every time Making sure all documentation is correct the first time What you'll need to succeed You must possess previous experience in transport planning, ideally within containers. Strong attention to detail Great communication skills both written and verbal Very well-organised Excellent UK geographical knowledge Ability to work on your own initiative What you'll get in return Competitive salary - up to 35,000 per annum Life Assurance cover Large discounts Free parking Group pension scheme 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Ecologist London Permanent Role 32000 to 35000 per Annum We are seeking a motivated Ecologist to join a team based in London. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about biodiversity, sustainable development, and delivering ecological consultancy services. This Ecologist role offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across London and the surrounding areas, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments. You will have the opportunity to be involved in a range of survey work, ecological assessments, reporting, and client liaison, contributing technical expertise at every stage of a project. The successful Ecologist candidate will lead and support protected species surveys, habitat assessments, and ecological impact assessments, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and in line with legislation. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with planners, architects, and other environmental specialists on projects throughout London, providing pragmatic and commercially aware advice. Ecologist, Candidate Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence Background within Ecology/relevant degrees Experience within the Ecology sector Full Right to Work in the UK Permanently Company Benefits: Flexible working Hybrid working Chartership support Competitive salary Generous holiday allowance Interested in this or other roles in Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Job title: Associate Town Planner Location: Cornwall Salary: Competitive As a specialist recruitment consultant operating in the planning and development sector, I'm currently partnering with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy looking to appoint an Associate Town Planner to support and lead projects across Cornwall and the wider South West region click apply for full job details

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Planner on behalf of a large civil engineering main contractor - specialising in the Water industry This reputable main contractor are growing and in need of a talented Planner / Programmer with proven technical capacity to join their regional team. This national main contractor has grown significantly over decades particularly in the civil engineering sector - on Highways & several Water frameworks. Plentiful opportunities within this company with progression routes, growth, staff development & strong pipelines of work across several frameworks. This role will mainly focus on the ongoing AMP8 Yorkshire Water framework - of which they are key partner on capital delivery / complex works. They are expecting a large upturn in workload running through to 2030 when it will be up for tender again. Typical projects are a combination of various Water Treatment Upgrades involving heavy civils & MEICA with values from £5m to £20m+. The successful Planner will be ideally progressing to a Senior position with the business over the course of the ongoing framework. Support will be on hand from the business to ensure that this progression is realistic and structured. Please note: there will be a requirement for the successful Planner to be in the office sometimes. The role allows working from home as well along with site visits. Duties: Using Planning tools such as: Primavera or MS project (or similar). Preparing Tender programmes Reporting to senior management Starting from inception stage and taking the project through all stages such as investigation, bid, outline design, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover Programme control, project monitoring performance duties, whilst ensuring efficient delivery Overseeing the production of detailed programs that include timelines for drawings, tender documents, specifications etc. Ensure Subcontractors and Suppliers programmes are integrated on the overall project programmes Experience: Must have proven track record using P6 and MS Project software Must have experience working as Planner on Civil Engineering projects Beneficial to have experience working as Planner within Yorkshire Water or similar Water framework Ideally experience working on Water Treatment projects as PC On offer is an attractive salary up to £70,000 plus package. Package: vehicle/allowance, pension, annual leave, life assurance, healthcare, discretionary annual bonus and more perks & benefits. This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Associate Town Planner Location: London Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with a well respected consultancy, to recruit an Associate Town Planner for their London office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a highly respected consultancy with a strong reputation across residential, mixed-use, heritage, and urban development projects click apply for full job details

We are currently looking for a Programme Planner for a company in Buckinghamshire on a contract basis. Please see the details below. Overview We are seeking an experienced Programme Planner / Programme Controls professional to support complex engineering programmes within a fast-paced, high-tempo environment in a Defence company. This is a dynamic contract role requiring strong autonomy, senior stakeholder engagement, and hands-on delivery across planning, controls, and reporting. Key Responsibilities Own and manage programme schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring accuracy, robustness, and alignment with delivery objectives Maintain and manage the Integrated Management System (IMS) across complex engineering programmes Potentially run daily stand-ups and planning meetings with VP-level stakeholders Provide clear, concise programme reporting to senior leadership Support customer-facing activities where required Identify risks, dependencies, and critical path issues, driving mitigation actions Operate autonomously while integrating effectively with multi-disciplinary teams Required Experience & Skills Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6 Proven background working on complex engineering projects or programmes Experience in dynamic, high-tempo environments with minimal supervision Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, including executive leadership Solid understanding of programme controls, planning, and IMS environments Desirable Experience Background in a smaller organisation, where roles were broad and responsibilities varied Previous customer-facing experience within project or programme delivery Contract Details Contract length: Initial 6 months, with extension likely Engagement: Inside IR35 Rate: £550-£600 dependant on experience Location: 4 days onsite Security: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (British-born requirement applies)

Principal Planner Location: Kettering Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with a reputable consultancy to recruit a Principal Planner for their Kettering office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to step into a senior leadership role within a well-established and respected property and planning consultancy click apply for full job details

Principal Town Planner / Associate Town Planner London Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Benefits Due to continued growth, a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal or Associate Town Planner to join its London office. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a broad range of sectors, including regeneration, advising both private and public sector clients. The role spans the full planning lifecycle, with a strong focus on development management, preparing, submitting and negotiating planning applications, alongside Local Plan representations, masterplanning and appeal work. You will act as a primary client contact on key projects, preparing fee proposals, managing budgets, leading project delivery and producing high-quality reports to agreed deadlines. About you: MRTPI qualified Strong background in development management Experience leading complex planning applications Confident client-facing professional with commercial awareness Excellent written and negotiation skills In return, you'll join a growing national practice offering flexible/hybrid working, clear progression opportunities, and exposure to varied, high-profile projects within a collaborative and supportive environment. For a confidential conversation, please apply or get in touch on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Reference - 64486

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Nottingham Are you a talented Town Planner looking for flexibility and career growth? Whether you're seeking full-time stability or part-time balance, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected private planning consultancy with over 40 years of success and a strong reputation for quality and integrity. This Nottingham-based consultancy has exciting plans for expansion and is looking for an RTPI Chartered Planner, or someone working towards accreditation, with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in either the private or public sector. The Role You'll play a key part in the planning team, managing your own caseload and contributing to the continued growth of the practice. The role offers a varied workload across multiple sectors, providing an excellent platform to build on your experience and take the next step in your career. Key Responsibilities Providing expert planning advice to a wide range of clients Preparing and managing planning applications, including major developments Managing appeals, hearings and public inquiries Preparing Certificates of Lawfulness and Local Plan representations Coordinating input from external consultants Negotiating with local authorities and statutory bodies Preparing and presenting detailed professional reports About You MRTPI Chartered or working towards accreditation At least 2 years' post-qualification experience within consultancy or local authority Excellent communication and report-writing skills Confident in managing projects and liaising directly with clients and local authorities A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage allowance provided) Why Apply? Flexible working options (full-time or part-time) Supportive and experienced team environment Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression Competitive salary and benefits Join a well-established consultancy with a loyal client base and exciting growth plans If you're looking for an opportunity where you can thrive and make an impact, this could be the ideal next step in your planning career. To apply or learn more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Job Title: Town Planner Senior Town Planner Location: London Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading independent planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join their growing London team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy working on a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic development projects across the UK. The role offers genuine career progression, exposure to high-quality projects, and the chance to work in a collaborative and supportive team environment. The Role The successful candidate will provide planning advice to clients, manage planning applications, and contribute to project delivery across a wide range of sectors. At Senior level, you will also be expected to mentor junior staff and support business development initiatives. Key Responsibilities Deliver planning advice on a range of development projects. Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, pre-applications, and appeals. Interpret local and national planning policy to maximise development potential. Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams. Prepare planning statements and supporting documentation. Support junior planners (Senior level) and contribute to team growth. About You Degree qualified in Town Planning, Urban & Regional Planning, or a related discipline. MRTPI or working towards (desirable). Experience in a consultancy, local authority, or developer environment. Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and development management processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ambitious, proactive, and keen to progress your career in planning consultancy. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working Competitive salary and bonus potential Pension and healthcare benefits Generous annual leave Professional development and training support Clear progression pathway within a growing consultancy Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Senior DM Planning Officer London £36-39 p/h Initial 3 Month Contract that is expected to roll on for some considerable time. Job Ref - 64223 My London Borough local authority client is looking to secure an experienced Senior Town Planner. The hiring manager is looking for someone to come in and hit the ground running, working on a mixed caseload of applications. The position is within one of the area teams and the right candidate will have previous Development Management experience of working on varied applications types. Ideally, you will have a positive approach to development and a desire to put sustainable development policies into practice. Carrington West Pay Rate - £36-39 per hour Hybrid working offered with some weekly office presence required. Please call Ben Hitchman on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email me or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Job Title: Senior / Principal Town Planner Location: Cardiff or Bristol Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and development consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Town Planner to join their expanding Cardiff team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy known for delivering strategic planning, development management, and design advice on major residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across England and Wales. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering complex planning projects for a diverse private and public sector client base. The Role As part of a collaborative regional planning team, you will contribute to the delivery of significant planning projects, including strategic planning advice, development management, and planning project coordination. You will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality planning outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and development management planning advice across a range of projects. Manage planning applications, pre-applications, and appeals. Interpret planning policy and provide commercially focused planning advice. Lead projects and manage client relationships. Prepare planning reports, statements, and technical documentation. Contribute to mentoring junior planners and supporting team development. About You MRTPI qualified (essential). A commercially aware planner with the ability to apply planning knowledge within a wider property and development context. Strong analytical, written, and communication skills. Confident in client-facing roles and project management. Proactive, enthusiastic, and keen to progress within a consultancy environment. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service Competitive salary and remuneration package based on experience Salary sacrifice pension scheme Private medical insurance Death in service benefit Employee assistance programme (24/7) Cycle to work scheme Eye care vouchers Staff discounts and referral bonuses Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative working culture with high-profile project exposure Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Job Title: Chartered Town Planner Location: Gatwick An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chartered Town Planner to join a respected planning consultancy based near Gatwick. This is an excellent role for a driven planner who is looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in delivering high-quality planning solutions. The consultancy has a strong reputation for guiding projects from early site promotion through to delivery, working across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land schemes. With a diverse portfolio and a supportive team culture, this role offers the chance to work on a variety of interesting projects while continuing to develop professionally. Chartered Town Planner - The Role: Manage planning applications, appeals, and site promotion work. Provide tailored planning advice to clients across a range of sectors. Prepare high-quality planning statements, reports, and supporting documentation. Engage with local planning authorities, communities, and other stakeholders. Support business development activities and contribute to client relationship management. Chartered Town Planner - Requirements: MRTPI accredited Town Planner. 2-5 years' post-qualification experience within consultancy or local authority. Strong knowledge of the planning system and confidence managing applications. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A proactive, client-focused approach with strong commercial awareness. Chartered Town Planner - Benefits: Competitive salary package. Clear routes for progression and professional development. Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme. Opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile projects across the South East. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chartered Town Planner to join a forward-thinking consultancy near Gatwick and develop their career on exciting projects across the region. For more information, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed). Alternatively, email your CV to (url removed).

Senior / Principal Planner Location: Midlands (Hybrid - Loughborough) Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading national planning consultancy as they look to appoint a Senior or Principal Planner to join their established Midlands team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy known for delivering high-profile and complex planning projects across England and Wales. The team advises major developers and housebuilders and offers a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where planners can genuinely develop their careers. The Role As part of the Midlands Planning team, you will play a key role in the delivery of a wide range of projects, including: Strategic planning Development management Planning project coordination You will work across both private and public sector clients, contributing to significant and often prestigious schemes while taking ownership of projects and client relationships as your experience allows. About You Our client is keen to speak with established planning professionals who can demonstrate: MRTPI qualification A commercial approach with the ability to apply planning knowledge within a wider property context Strong analytical and written skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels An energetic, proactive mindset and a genuine desire to progress and excel Confidence in client-facing situations and experience project managing planning schemes What's on Offer The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive remuneration package, dependent on experience, alongside excellent benefits and long-term career development opportunities, including: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service (up to 30 days) Regular CPD and training opportunities Varied and interesting project work Friendly, supportive working environment within a national consultancy with an excellent reputation Benefits package includes: Salary sacrifice pension Private medical insurance Death in Service benefit 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Eye care vouchers Staff discounts with major retailers Staff discounts on property and financial services Staff referral bonus scheme Interested? To find out more, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). CVs and informal enquiries are welcome.

Principal Town Planners London Ref: DB099 Permanent Salary 50,000 - 60,000 DOE Plus Benefits A well-established town planning consultancy is looking for an experienced Planner to join their team. The consultancy provides commercially focused planning advice and has a strong track record of securing high-quality, deliverable consents across England and Wales. It is nationally recognised for its technical excellence, progressive leadership, and commitment to diversity and professional development. The firm places real emphasis on its people, offering a supportive leadership team, clear career progression, and a balanced hybrid working model (typically three days in the office, two from home). Principal Town Planner Responsibilities Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients and project teams Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams Preparing and overseeing high-quality planning reports, strategies, and submissions Engaging with local authorities, statutory consultees, and key stakeholders Supporting junior team members through mentoring and technical guidance Contributing to business development, client relationships, and project growth Principal Town Planner Requirements Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Achieved MRTPI Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning environment Strong track record of managing planning applications and delivering successful outcomes Commercial awareness and the ability to provide pragmatic, client-focused advice Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively Experience mentoring or supporting junior planners Confidence engaging with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) (phone number removed)

Would you like to use your experience resource planning within a busy call centre or contact centre environment in an important Resource Planning Analyst role within a leading organisation that offers hybrid working? A Resource Planning Analyst opportunity has arisen within the busy contact centre team at our client, a leading international membership organisation, where you will be responsible for real time forecasting demand and ensuring staff levels accommodate this by planning, monitoring real time call volumes, and providing key MI data to stakeholders As a Resource Planning Analyst, your role will involve: Monitoring the activity of contact centre agents and addressing non-adherence in real time Monitoring and responding to real time call volumes, ensuring hot spots are covered Responding to related queries from stakeholders across the business Collating and analysing data to forecast future call volumes Creating and producing performance reports Planning and scheduling resources to ensure sufficient cover across all customer touch points I am interested in speaking with candidates who have experience working as a Resource Planning Analyst, Resource Analyst, Workforce Management Analyst, Resource Planner, Workforce Planner, Real Time Analyst within a fast paced, busy call centre or contact centre environment. Salary for this position is: 29,500 to 32,500 p.a. (depending on level of experience) Benefits include: Hybrid working, discounts on retail, holidays and gym, assistance towards training courses, private health scheme and more ! If you drive parking can be found a short walk from the office, but if you don't want to drive, their office is located within 5 minutes walk from the train station - so very easy to get to! Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.