Senior Town Planner

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 (url removed)