Senior Planner Associate Town Planner

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Mar 18, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

Senior Town Planner - London (Hybrid Working)
Private Planning & Architecture Consultancy
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to step into a senior role within a forward-thinking, design-led consultancy?

I'm currently working on behalf of a well-established, multidisciplinary practice that combines planning and architecture to deliver high-quality, sustainable developments across the UK. This dynamic consultancy has built a strong reputation for unlocking complex sites and delivering thoughtful schemes across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to join a collaborative and creative team based in London. You'll play a key role in managing projects, engaging with stakeholders, and supporting the delivery of innovative developments from concept through to approval.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading and managing a range of planning applications and appeals
  • Providing strategic planning advice to clients and internal design teams
  • Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants
  • Supporting junior team members and contributing to team growth
  • Working closely with architects to deliver integrated, high-quality schemes

About the Company

  • Design-led consultancy integrating planning and architecture
  • Strong pipeline of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects
  • Collaborative, people-first culture with a focus on innovation and sustainability
  • London-based studio with a growing and ambitious team

Requirements

  • MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
  • Proven experience within a consultancy or developer environment
  • Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
  • Excellent communication and project management skills
  • A proactive, team-oriented approach

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
  • Exposure to high-quality, design-led projects

Interested?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch