Associate Planner Birmingham Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience An excellent opportunity has become available for an Associate Town Planner to join a growing multi-disciplinary planning, environmental and building consultancy as part of their Birmingham based team. The successful Associate Planner can expect to be leading a variety of medium and large scale planning projects, predominentely within the infrastructure sector mentoring a busy team of junior planners and contributing to the continued growth of the team's workload. Qualifications: In this instance applications are sought from candidates with demonstrable post qualification experience, preferably within a consultancy environment and who have Chartered Membership with the RTPI. Responsibilities: Within the role the successful Associate Town Planner will be working to deliver planning applications and appeals, undertaking site appraisals, developing planning strategies and providing advice and guidance to clients throughout all stages of the planning process. Business development and team management will also play a key part of the successful candidates daily duties. In return the company are offering fantastic career progression opportunities, a competitive starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Associate Planner Birmingham Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience An excellent opportunity has become available for an Associate Town Planner to join a growing multi-disciplinary planning, environmental and building consultancy as part of their Birmingham based team. The successful Associate Planner can expect to be leading a variety of medium and large scale planning projects, predominentely within the infrastructure sector mentoring a busy team of junior planners and contributing to the continued growth of the team's workload. Qualifications: In this instance applications are sought from candidates with demonstrable post qualification experience, preferably within a consultancy environment and who have Chartered Membership with the RTPI. Responsibilities: Within the role the successful Associate Town Planner will be working to deliver planning applications and appeals, undertaking site appraisals, developing planning strategies and providing advice and guidance to clients throughout all stages of the planning process. Business development and team management will also play a key part of the successful candidates daily duties. In return the company are offering fantastic career progression opportunities, a competitive starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Senior Town Planner London Salary: negotiable depending on skills and experience An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join an established Planning Consultancy as part of their London based team. The successful Senior Town Planner will have the opportunity to work on a verity of exciting projects within the residential, commercial, retail and mixed use and leisure sectors. Qualifications and Experience: For this position applications are sought from candidates who have a relevant RTPI accredited degree, have achieved Chartered Town Planner status and have previous town planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment. Duties: Preparing planning appraisals for land and buildings Preparing planning applications and planning statements Writing reports and making recommendations Liaising with clients and planning officers Undertaking research and analysis Mentoring junior members of the team In return the company are offering a competitive starting salary, full benefits package including generous annual leave, pension and healthcare and regular social events. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Town Planner London Salary: negotiable depending on skills and experience An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join an established Planning Consultancy as part of their London based team. The successful Senior Town Planner will have the opportunity to work on a verity of exciting projects within the residential, commercial, retail and mixed use and leisure sectors. Qualifications and Experience: For this position applications are sought from candidates who have a relevant RTPI accredited degree, have achieved Chartered Town Planner status and have previous town planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment. Duties: Preparing planning appraisals for land and buildings Preparing planning applications and planning statements Writing reports and making recommendations Liaising with clients and planning officers Undertaking research and analysis Mentoring junior members of the team In return the company are offering a competitive starting salary, full benefits package including generous annual leave, pension and healthcare and regular social events. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Senior Town Planner Derby Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a respected planning consultancy has an excellent opportunity available for a Senior Town Planner to join their established team in Derby. The successful Senior Town Planner will be working to deliver expert planning solutions for their clients predominantly in the residential and environmental sector's. Qualifications and Experience: In this instance applications are sought from candidates with a BSc / MSc in an appropriate RTPI accredited discipline and who have achieved Chartered RTPI status. It is anticipated that the successful Senior Town Planner will have extensive planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment. Duties: Preparing and assisting with Planning Applications; Preparing and assisting with feasibility studies; Reviewing post submission work including public inquiries and expert witness work Preparing and assisting with proposals and tenders for new work; Attending client meetings Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with excellent career progression opportunities Full benefits package including hybrid working Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Town Planner Derby Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, a respected planning consultancy has an excellent opportunity available for a Senior Town Planner to join their established team in Derby. The successful Senior Town Planner will be working to deliver expert planning solutions for their clients predominantly in the residential and environmental sector's. Qualifications and Experience: In this instance applications are sought from candidates with a BSc / MSc in an appropriate RTPI accredited discipline and who have achieved Chartered RTPI status. It is anticipated that the successful Senior Town Planner will have extensive planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment. Duties: Preparing and assisting with Planning Applications; Preparing and assisting with feasibility studies; Reviewing post submission work including public inquiries and expert witness work Preparing and assisting with proposals and tenders for new work; Attending client meetings Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with excellent career progression opportunities Full benefits package including hybrid working Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Town Planner Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire (Office-based with hybrid flexibility) Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 DOE + Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Carrington West are pleased to be working with a established and highly respected rural planning consultancy based in Skipton is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who enjoys working on diverse rural and countryside projects, with the chance to develop their career in a supportive, collaborative environment. Working with private landowners, farming businesses, rural estates, developers and commercial clients, you'll play a key role in delivering planning advice across a broad range of projects throughout Yorkshire and the North of England. Whether you're an experienced Planner looking for greater responsibility or a Senior Planner seeking a fresh challenge, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Town Planner, you will: Manage a varied portfolio of rural and countryside planning projects. Prepare, submit and manage planning applications from inception through to determination. Provide planning advice to landowners, developers and rural businesses. Produce planning statements, appeals and supporting documentation. Liaise with local planning authorities, consultees and stakeholders. Identify planning opportunities and constraints for development sites. Build and maintain strong client relationships. Keep up to date with planning legislation and policy changes. About You We're keen to speak with candidates who have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. MRTPI status or working towards chartership. Experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or private practice. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service. A full UK driving licence. What's on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience. Clear career progression within a growing consultancy. Exposure to a wide variety of interesting rural planning projects. Ongoing professional development and support towards MRTPI (where applicable). Flexible working arrangements. Generous holiday allowance. Pension scheme. Friendly and supportive team environment. Free on-site parking. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a well-established consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across rural England. You'll be working on rewarding projects that make a real impact on rural communities while developing your career within a business that genuinely values its people. If you're looking for your next opportunity in planning and would like to find out more, apply today or contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Town Planner Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire (Office-based with hybrid flexibility) Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 DOE + Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Carrington West are pleased to be working with a established and highly respected rural planning consultancy based in Skipton is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who enjoys working on diverse rural and countryside projects, with the chance to develop their career in a supportive, collaborative environment. Working with private landowners, farming businesses, rural estates, developers and commercial clients, you'll play a key role in delivering planning advice across a broad range of projects throughout Yorkshire and the North of England. Whether you're an experienced Planner looking for greater responsibility or a Senior Planner seeking a fresh challenge, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Town Planner, you will: Manage a varied portfolio of rural and countryside planning projects. Prepare, submit and manage planning applications from inception through to determination. Provide planning advice to landowners, developers and rural businesses. Produce planning statements, appeals and supporting documentation. Liaise with local planning authorities, consultees and stakeholders. Identify planning opportunities and constraints for development sites. Build and maintain strong client relationships. Keep up to date with planning legislation and policy changes. About You We're keen to speak with candidates who have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. MRTPI status or working towards chartership. Experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or private practice. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service. A full UK driving licence. What's on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience. Clear career progression within a growing consultancy. Exposure to a wide variety of interesting rural planning projects. Ongoing professional development and support towards MRTPI (where applicable). Flexible working arrangements. Generous holiday allowance. Pension scheme. Friendly and supportive team environment. Free on-site parking. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a well-established consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across rural England. You'll be working on rewarding projects that make a real impact on rural communities while developing your career within a business that genuinely values its people. If you're looking for your next opportunity in planning and would like to find out more, apply today or contact Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Town Planners, Masterplanners, Urban Designers & Landscape Architects Location: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning, employee-owned planning and design consultancy as it continues to grow its presence in Cardiff. This is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious and expanding Welsh team, helping to shape some of the country's most exciting regeneration, infrastructure, renewable energy and place-making projects. The consultancy has built an outstanding reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that create better places for people, communities and the environment. With a growing pipeline of work across Wales, they are looking to strengthen their team with experienced professionals who want to make a genuine impact while helping establish and grow a successful Cardiff studio. The Opportunities We are keen to hear from experienced professionals in the following disciplines: Town Planning Masterplanning Urban Design Landscape Architecture Environmental Planning Whether you're an experienced Senior, Principal, Associate, ASD or Director or an ambitious professional ready for your next challenge, this is an opportunity to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary consultancy delivering projects that influence the future of towns, cities and landscapes across Wales. About You We're looking for individuals who are passionate about creating sustainable places and have approximately 6+ years' professional experience . Ideally you'll have experience in some or all of the following: Planning, design or landscape-led development projects The Welsh planning system, policy and consenting processes Place-making, regeneration or strategic planning Renewable energy, climate resilience or environmental planning Community and stakeholder engagement Multi-disciplinary project delivery Business development and client relationship management Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills Experience in biodiversity strategy, natural capital, ecosystem services, climate change or environmental impact assessment would also be highly desirable. Applicants should be collaborative, creative and commercially aware, with a genuine desire to deliver projects that create positive environmental, economic and social outcomes. What's on Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Employee-owned consultancy with a people-first culture Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Genuine career progression and leadership opportunities Opportunity to help grow an exciting Cardiff office Diverse, nationally significant projects across Wales and the UK Collaborative multidisciplinary environment where your ideas are valued If you're looking for an opportunity to work on transformative projects while helping build an exciting new regional team, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? If you're looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Town Planners, Masterplanners, Urban Designers & Landscape Architects Location: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning, employee-owned planning and design consultancy as it continues to grow its presence in Cardiff. This is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious and expanding Welsh team, helping to shape some of the country's most exciting regeneration, infrastructure, renewable energy and place-making projects. The consultancy has built an outstanding reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that create better places for people, communities and the environment. With a growing pipeline of work across Wales, they are looking to strengthen their team with experienced professionals who want to make a genuine impact while helping establish and grow a successful Cardiff studio. The Opportunities We are keen to hear from experienced professionals in the following disciplines: Town Planning Masterplanning Urban Design Landscape Architecture Environmental Planning Whether you're an experienced Senior, Principal, Associate, ASD or Director or an ambitious professional ready for your next challenge, this is an opportunity to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary consultancy delivering projects that influence the future of towns, cities and landscapes across Wales. About You We're looking for individuals who are passionate about creating sustainable places and have approximately 6+ years' professional experience . Ideally you'll have experience in some or all of the following: Planning, design or landscape-led development projects The Welsh planning system, policy and consenting processes Place-making, regeneration or strategic planning Renewable energy, climate resilience or environmental planning Community and stakeholder engagement Multi-disciplinary project delivery Business development and client relationship management Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills Experience in biodiversity strategy, natural capital, ecosystem services, climate change or environmental impact assessment would also be highly desirable. Applicants should be collaborative, creative and commercially aware, with a genuine desire to deliver projects that create positive environmental, economic and social outcomes. What's on Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Employee-owned consultancy with a people-first culture Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Genuine career progression and leadership opportunities Opportunity to help grow an exciting Cardiff office Diverse, nationally significant projects across Wales and the UK Collaborative multidisciplinary environment where your ideas are valued If you're looking for an opportunity to work on transformative projects while helping build an exciting new regional team, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? If you're looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment
Graduate Town Planner Location: Northampton Salary: £25,000/£30,000 Launch Your Career in Planning Penguin recruitment is presenting an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, multidisciplinary team where you'll work on a diverse range of planning projects while receiving excellent training and career development. You'll be involved in projects ranging from self-build homes and rural diversification schemes to major residential, commercial and strategic developments. Working alongside experienced planners, surveyors, architects and engineers, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while managing your own projects and developing specialist expertise. The Role As a Graduate Planning Consultant, you will: Prepare planning research, reports and planning applications. Manage smaller planning applications while supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex developments. Produce planning statements, appraisals and professional reports. Liaise with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders throughout the planning process. Attend site visits and provide planning advice and recommendations. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding client service. Develop your professional knowledge and work towards RTPI membership with full support. About you We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and eager to learn. Ideally, you'll have: A degree in Town Planning or a related subject such as Geography. An ambition to work towards RTPI membership and further professional qualifications. Excellent written communication and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently. Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. What's on offer? This is more than just a job-it's a genuine opportunity to build a successful long-term career with outstanding support and benefits, including: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Full support towards a Master's degree, including funded tuition and day release. Ongoing CPD and professional training opportunities. Private Healthcare through AXA. Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab. 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays). An extra day off to celebrate your birthday. Additional annual leave awarded for long service. Discretionary bonus potential. Enhanced workplace pension scheme. Employee loan scheme and staff discounts following successful probation. Salary sacrifice schemes including Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work. Flexible 37.5-hour working week with an agile working approach. A friendly, supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for career progression. If you're ready to build your career in planning and work on a varied and exciting portfolio of projects, we'd love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, please contact: Efan Thomas
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Graduate Town Planner Location: Northampton Salary: £25,000/£30,000 Launch Your Career in Planning Penguin recruitment is presenting an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, multidisciplinary team where you'll work on a diverse range of planning projects while receiving excellent training and career development. You'll be involved in projects ranging from self-build homes and rural diversification schemes to major residential, commercial and strategic developments. Working alongside experienced planners, surveyors, architects and engineers, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while managing your own projects and developing specialist expertise. The Role As a Graduate Planning Consultant, you will: Prepare planning research, reports and planning applications. Manage smaller planning applications while supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex developments. Produce planning statements, appraisals and professional reports. Liaise with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders throughout the planning process. Attend site visits and provide planning advice and recommendations. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding client service. Develop your professional knowledge and work towards RTPI membership with full support. About you We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and eager to learn. Ideally, you'll have: A degree in Town Planning or a related subject such as Geography. An ambition to work towards RTPI membership and further professional qualifications. Excellent written communication and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently. Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. What's on offer? This is more than just a job-it's a genuine opportunity to build a successful long-term career with outstanding support and benefits, including: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Full support towards a Master's degree, including funded tuition and day release. Ongoing CPD and professional training opportunities. Private Healthcare through AXA. Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab. 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays). An extra day off to celebrate your birthday. Additional annual leave awarded for long service. Discretionary bonus potential. Enhanced workplace pension scheme. Employee loan scheme and staff discounts following successful probation. Salary sacrifice schemes including Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work. Flexible 37.5-hour working week with an agile working approach. A friendly, supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for career progression. If you're ready to build your career in planning and work on a varied and exciting portfolio of projects, we'd love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, please contact: Efan Thomas
Exciting Opportunity for a Town Planner in Kent Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next challenge? We have an exceptional opportunity for you to join a dynamic and highly respected planning consultancy based in Kent. Position: Town Planner Location: Kent Salary: Competitive, depending on experience About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking planning team on a variety of exciting and challenging projects. You will be involved in providing strategic planning advice, managing planning applications, preparing reports, and engaging with stakeholders. You will work across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, helping shape the future of the local environment and communities. Key Responsibilities: Undertaking planning appraisals and providing expert advice to clients Preparing planning applications, reports, and submissions Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders Assisting with the preparation of appeals and representations Managing projects from inception through to completion Contributing to business development and helping grow the client base The Ideal Candidate: A degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI (Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute) or working towards it Proven experience in town planning, ideally within the UK Strong understanding of planning policy, legislation, and the development process Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive and client-focused approach with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team Why Join? Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional development and career progression A collaborative and supportive team environment The chance to work on diverse and impactful projects in a beautiful location
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Exciting Opportunity for a Town Planner in Kent Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next challenge? We have an exceptional opportunity for you to join a dynamic and highly respected planning consultancy based in Kent. Position: Town Planner Location: Kent Salary: Competitive, depending on experience About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking planning team on a variety of exciting and challenging projects. You will be involved in providing strategic planning advice, managing planning applications, preparing reports, and engaging with stakeholders. You will work across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, helping shape the future of the local environment and communities. Key Responsibilities: Undertaking planning appraisals and providing expert advice to clients Preparing planning applications, reports, and submissions Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders Assisting with the preparation of appeals and representations Managing projects from inception through to completion Contributing to business development and helping grow the client base The Ideal Candidate: A degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI (Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute) or working towards it Proven experience in town planning, ideally within the UK Strong understanding of planning policy, legislation, and the development process Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive and client-focused approach with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team Why Join? Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional development and career progression A collaborative and supportive team environment The chance to work on diverse and impactful projects in a beautiful location
Penguin Recruitment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Town Planner Newcastle An excellent opportunity has become available for a Town Planner to join a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy in Newcastle. The successful Town Planner will be actively involved with a variety of projects including large scale residential, commercial and rural developments. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree Membership with the RTPI and working towards Chartership Previous planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with career progression opportunities Full benefits package Competitive starting salary Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Town Planner Newcastle An excellent opportunity has become available for a Town Planner to join a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy in Newcastle. The successful Town Planner will be actively involved with a variety of projects including large scale residential, commercial and rural developments. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree Membership with the RTPI and working towards Chartership Previous planning experience, preferably within a consultancy environment Benefits: Joining a growing consultancy with career progression opportunities Full benefits package Competitive starting salary Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Director of Planning (RTPI Town Planner) - Major Infrastructure & Development Consultancy Cambridge Are you a Senior Town Planner ready to step into a genuinely influential leadership role? This is a rare opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a nationally recognised planning and environmental consultancy driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and making your mark on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. The Role As Director of Planning, you'll sit at the heart of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team operating across the UK. This isn't a desk-bound management job you'll be actively winning work, leading key client accounts and influencing how the practice evolves in a rapidly changing planning landscape. Your focus will span three areas: strategic leadership, business growth and exceptional project delivery. You'll help shape the consultancy's national planning offering, build its pipeline of major projects across sectors including energy, transport, water and housing whilst ensuring the quality of service the team delivers remains second to none. What You'll Be Doing Leading and mentoring planning teams across multiple UK offices Driving business development and securing major infrastructure and development commissions Acting as lead director on flagship client accounts Overseeing commercial performance, governance and risk across complex projects Collaborating with environment, engineering, and design teams to deliver integrated solutions Contributing to industry thinking on planning reform and infrastructure delivery What We're Looking For Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited) and Chartered RTPI membership - Essential Significant consultancy experience at a senior level, with a strong track record in winning and delivering major projects Deep knowledge of the UK planning system, including DCO and other consenting regimes A well-established professional network and recognised industry profile Strong commercial awareness and confident stakeholder engagement skills What's On Offer A competitive salary likely to be in the range of £80k - £130k fully dependent on experience and interview, plus a tailored benefits package, hybrid working, flexible holidays and genuine investment in your professional development. You'll be joining a consultancy at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure, net zero, biodiversity net gain and digital transformation work that genuinely matters. Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation before you apply. Contact Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed), or hit apply with your up-to-date CV.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Director of Planning (RTPI Town Planner) - Major Infrastructure & Development Consultancy Cambridge Are you a Senior Town Planner ready to step into a genuinely influential leadership role? This is a rare opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a nationally recognised planning and environmental consultancy driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and making your mark on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. The Role As Director of Planning, you'll sit at the heart of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team operating across the UK. This isn't a desk-bound management job you'll be actively winning work, leading key client accounts and influencing how the practice evolves in a rapidly changing planning landscape. Your focus will span three areas: strategic leadership, business growth and exceptional project delivery. You'll help shape the consultancy's national planning offering, build its pipeline of major projects across sectors including energy, transport, water and housing whilst ensuring the quality of service the team delivers remains second to none. What You'll Be Doing Leading and mentoring planning teams across multiple UK offices Driving business development and securing major infrastructure and development commissions Acting as lead director on flagship client accounts Overseeing commercial performance, governance and risk across complex projects Collaborating with environment, engineering, and design teams to deliver integrated solutions Contributing to industry thinking on planning reform and infrastructure delivery What We're Looking For Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited) and Chartered RTPI membership - Essential Significant consultancy experience at a senior level, with a strong track record in winning and delivering major projects Deep knowledge of the UK planning system, including DCO and other consenting regimes A well-established professional network and recognised industry profile Strong commercial awareness and confident stakeholder engagement skills What's On Offer A competitive salary likely to be in the range of £80k - £130k fully dependent on experience and interview, plus a tailored benefits package, hybrid working, flexible holidays and genuine investment in your professional development. You'll be joining a consultancy at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure, net zero, biodiversity net gain and digital transformation work that genuinely matters. Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation before you apply. Contact Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed), or hit apply with your up-to-date CV.
Director of Planning (RTPI Town Planner) Major Infrastructure & Development Consultancy London Are you a Senior Town Planner ready to step into a genuinely influential leadership role? This is a rare opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a nationally recognised planning and environmental consultancy driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and making your mark on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. The Role As Director of Planning, you'll sit at the heart of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team operating across the UK. This isn't a desk-bound management job you'll be actively winning work, leading key client accounts and influencing how the practice evolves in a rapidly changing planning landscape. Your focus will span three areas: strategic leadership, business growth and exceptional project delivery. You'll help shape the consultancy's national planning offering, build its pipeline of major projects across sectors including energy, transport, water and housing whilst ensuring the quality of service the team delivers remains second to none. What You'll Be Doing Leading and mentoring planning teams across multiple UK offices Driving business development and securing major infrastructure and development commissions Acting as lead director on flagship client accounts Overseeing commercial performance, governance and risk across complex projects Collaborating with environment, engineering, and design teams to deliver integrated solutions Contributing to industry thinking on planning reform and infrastructure delivery What We're Looking For Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited) and Chartered RTPI membership - Essential Significant consultancy experience at a senior level, with a strong track record in winning and delivering major projects Deep knowledge of the UK planning system, including DCO and other consenting regimes A well-established professional network and recognised industry profile Strong commercial awareness and confident stakeholder engagement skills What's On Offer A competitive salary likely to be in the range of £80k - £130k fully dependent on experience and interview, plus a tailored benefits package, hybrid working, flexible holidays and genuine investment in your professional development. You'll be joining a consultancy at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure, net zero, biodiversity net gain and digital transformation work that genuinely matters. Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation before you apply. Contact Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed), or hit apply with your up-to-date CV.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Director of Planning (RTPI Town Planner) Major Infrastructure & Development Consultancy London Are you a Senior Town Planner ready to step into a genuinely influential leadership role? This is a rare opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a nationally recognised planning and environmental consultancy driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and making your mark on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure and development projects. The Role As Director of Planning, you'll sit at the heart of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team operating across the UK. This isn't a desk-bound management job you'll be actively winning work, leading key client accounts and influencing how the practice evolves in a rapidly changing planning landscape. Your focus will span three areas: strategic leadership, business growth and exceptional project delivery. You'll help shape the consultancy's national planning offering, build its pipeline of major projects across sectors including energy, transport, water and housing whilst ensuring the quality of service the team delivers remains second to none. What You'll Be Doing Leading and mentoring planning teams across multiple UK offices Driving business development and securing major infrastructure and development commissions Acting as lead director on flagship client accounts Overseeing commercial performance, governance and risk across complex projects Collaborating with environment, engineering, and design teams to deliver integrated solutions Contributing to industry thinking on planning reform and infrastructure delivery What We're Looking For Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited) and Chartered RTPI membership - Essential Significant consultancy experience at a senior level, with a strong track record in winning and delivering major projects Deep knowledge of the UK planning system, including DCO and other consenting regimes A well-established professional network and recognised industry profile Strong commercial awareness and confident stakeholder engagement skills What's On Offer A competitive salary likely to be in the range of £80k - £130k fully dependent on experience and interview, plus a tailored benefits package, hybrid working, flexible holidays and genuine investment in your professional development. You'll be joining a consultancy at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure, net zero, biodiversity net gain and digital transformation work that genuinely matters. Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation before you apply. Contact Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting on (phone number removed), or hit apply with your up-to-date CV.
Graduate Town Planner Location: Surrey Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you a recent graduate with a passion for planning, development, and shaping communities? Are you looking to launch your career with a highly regarded planning consultancy that can provide excellent training, mentorship, and long-term progression opportunities? Our client is seeking an ambitious Graduate Town Planner to join their growing team in Surrey. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of planning projects while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As a Graduate Town Planner, you will assist with the delivery of planning projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land developments. You will work closely with senior planners and consultants, developing your technical knowledge and gaining valuable exposure to all stages of the planning process. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications. Conducting planning policy research and site appraisals. Supporting the preparation of planning statements and reports. Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders. Monitoring planning applications and policy developments. Attending site visits, meetings, and public consultations where required. Providing general planning support across a range of projects. About You The successful candidate will have: A degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or a related discipline accredited by the RTPI. A genuine interest in UK planning and development. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational and research abilities. A proactive attitude and willingness to learn. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks. A full UK driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer Structured training and professional development. Support towards RTPI membership and chartership. Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio. A supportive and experienced team environment. Clear opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary and benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Town Planner looking to take the first step in their planning career with a respected consultancy that is committed to developing future talent. To find out more or to apply, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Graduate Town Planner Location: Surrey Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you a recent graduate with a passion for planning, development, and shaping communities? Are you looking to launch your career with a highly regarded planning consultancy that can provide excellent training, mentorship, and long-term progression opportunities? Our client is seeking an ambitious Graduate Town Planner to join their growing team in Surrey. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of planning projects while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As a Graduate Town Planner, you will assist with the delivery of planning projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land developments. You will work closely with senior planners and consultants, developing your technical knowledge and gaining valuable exposure to all stages of the planning process. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications. Conducting planning policy research and site appraisals. Supporting the preparation of planning statements and reports. Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders. Monitoring planning applications and policy developments. Attending site visits, meetings, and public consultations where required. Providing general planning support across a range of projects. About You The successful candidate will have: A degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or a related discipline accredited by the RTPI. A genuine interest in UK planning and development. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational and research abilities. A proactive attitude and willingness to learn. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks. A full UK driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer Structured training and professional development. Support towards RTPI membership and chartership. Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio. A supportive and experienced team environment. Clear opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary and benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Town Planner looking to take the first step in their planning career with a respected consultancy that is committed to developing future talent. To find out more or to apply, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.
Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to step into a senior, influential role within a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy? I'm working with a highly respected planning and property practice with a strong presence across the Midlands and beyond. Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint a Principal Town Planner to join their Shrewsbury office and play a key role in shaping the future of the planning team. The Opportunity This is a leadership-level position offering the chance to: Take ownership of a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use projects Lead on complex planning applications and strategic land promotion Manage client relationships and act as a trusted adviser Mentor and develop junior members of the planning team Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the office You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where planners work closely with colleagues across other disciplines, offering genuinely integrated advice to clients. About You The ideal candidate will have: MRTPI chartered status Significant post-qualification experience within consultancy or a similar environment A strong track record of managing complex planning applications and appeals Commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing situations Experience mentoring or managing junior planners Excellent written and verbal communication skills This role would suit an ambitious Senior Planner ready to step up, or an existing Principal Planner seeking a new challenge with greater autonomy and progression potential. What's on Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience Clear pathway to Associate and beyond Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Strong pipeline of secured work Supportive, collaborative culture Enhanced benefits package If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence projects, shape strategy, and progress your career within a respected consultancy, I'd be delighted to speak with you confidentially.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to step into a senior, influential role within a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy? I'm working with a highly respected planning and property practice with a strong presence across the Midlands and beyond. Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint a Principal Town Planner to join their Shrewsbury office and play a key role in shaping the future of the planning team. The Opportunity This is a leadership-level position offering the chance to: Take ownership of a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use projects Lead on complex planning applications and strategic land promotion Manage client relationships and act as a trusted adviser Mentor and develop junior members of the planning team Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the office You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where planners work closely with colleagues across other disciplines, offering genuinely integrated advice to clients. About You The ideal candidate will have: MRTPI chartered status Significant post-qualification experience within consultancy or a similar environment A strong track record of managing complex planning applications and appeals Commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing situations Experience mentoring or managing junior planners Excellent written and verbal communication skills This role would suit an ambitious Senior Planner ready to step up, or an existing Principal Planner seeking a new challenge with greater autonomy and progression potential. What's on Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience Clear pathway to Associate and beyond Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Strong pipeline of secured work Supportive, collaborative culture Enhanced benefits package If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence projects, shape strategy, and progress your career within a respected consultancy, I'd be delighted to speak with you confidentially.
Job Description Town Planner / Senior Town Planner Location: London Salary: Competitive (DOE) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join our growing planning team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to lead a diverse portfolio of projects, provide expert planning advice, and support clients through all stages of the development process. The successful candidate will work across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use, renewable energy, and strategic land, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful planning outcomes across London, the South East, and the wider UK. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception through to completion. Prepare, coordinate, and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation. Undertake planning appraisals and provide strategic planning advice to clients. Liaise with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, stakeholders, and community groups. Lead client meetings and maintain strong client relationships. Prepare planning statements, policy reviews, site assessments, and representations to local plans. Mentor and support junior planners, assisting with their professional development. Represent clients at planning committees, hearings, public consultations, and inquiries where appropriate. Skills and Experience Essential Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI), or working towards chartership with significant post-qualification experience. Proven experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or property development environment. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, planning policy, and development management. Experience managing planning applications and appeals. Excellent report writing and communication skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience across multiple development sectors. Knowledge of planning policy and development within London and the South East. Public inquiry or hearing experience. Existing client relationships and business development experience. Personal Attributes Proactive and solutions-focused. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Confident communicator with strong presentation abilities. Ability to build lasting client relationships. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Collaborative team player with leadership potential. Benefits Competitive salary. Annual performance bonus. Hybrid and flexible working. Pension scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays. Professional membership fees paid. Continued professional development and training.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Job Description Town Planner / Senior Town Planner Location: London Salary: Competitive (DOE) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join our growing planning team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to lead a diverse portfolio of projects, provide expert planning advice, and support clients through all stages of the development process. The successful candidate will work across a broad range of sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use, renewable energy, and strategic land, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful planning outcomes across London, the South East, and the wider UK. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception through to completion. Prepare, coordinate, and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation. Undertake planning appraisals and provide strategic planning advice to clients. Liaise with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, stakeholders, and community groups. Lead client meetings and maintain strong client relationships. Prepare planning statements, policy reviews, site assessments, and representations to local plans. Mentor and support junior planners, assisting with their professional development. Represent clients at planning committees, hearings, public consultations, and inquiries where appropriate. Skills and Experience Essential Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI), or working towards chartership with significant post-qualification experience. Proven experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or property development environment. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, planning policy, and development management. Experience managing planning applications and appeals. Excellent report writing and communication skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience across multiple development sectors. Knowledge of planning policy and development within London and the South East. Public inquiry or hearing experience. Existing client relationships and business development experience. Personal Attributes Proactive and solutions-focused. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Confident communicator with strong presentation abilities. Ability to build lasting client relationships. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Collaborative team player with leadership potential. Benefits Competitive salary. Annual performance bonus. Hybrid and flexible working. Pension scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays. Professional membership fees paid. Continued professional development and training.
Graduate Planner Bedford Permanent Our client, an established planning consultancy is urgently looking to appoint an ambitious Graduate Town Planner to work as part of their established team in Bedford. The successful Graduate Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly residential, rural, mixed use and commercial schemes. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree and ideally a further MSc An ambition to purse Chartered Planner status Some town planning experience A full UK drivers licence Duties: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications Conducting planning research and policy reviews Drafting planning statements, appraisals and appeal documents Liaising with local authorities and statutory bodies Supporting public consultation and stakeholder engagement activities Assisting with client relationship management Delivering advice to clients Benefits: Joining an established company with excellent career progression opportunities Competitive starting salary and benefits package Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Graduate Planner Bedford Permanent Our client, an established planning consultancy is urgently looking to appoint an ambitious Graduate Town Planner to work as part of their established team in Bedford. The successful Graduate Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly residential, rural, mixed use and commercial schemes. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant town planning/ related degree and ideally a further MSc An ambition to purse Chartered Planner status Some town planning experience A full UK drivers licence Duties: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications Conducting planning research and policy reviews Drafting planning statements, appraisals and appeal documents Liaising with local authorities and statutory bodies Supporting public consultation and stakeholder engagement activities Assisting with client relationship management Delivering advice to clients Benefits: Joining an established company with excellent career progression opportunities Competitive starting salary and benefits package Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Job Title: Associate Planning Consultant Location: Birmingham (hybrid/flexible working) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits Overview Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an Associate Planning Consultant to join their growing Birmingham team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure and development projects across a range of sectors, including sustainable infrastructure, Net Zero, biodiversity, digital transformation, and urban regeneration. You will join a collaborative environment where diverse expertise is valued, working with clients across government, local authorities, combined authorities, private developers, and international funding institutions. The Role As an Associate Planning Consultant, you will play a central role in planning project delivery and business growth. Key responsibilities include: Acting as planning lead on projects across multiple markets and sectors Supporting bid preparation, tender submissions, and framework responses Leading multi-disciplinary projects, taking responsibility for project management and delivery Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues and team leaders Collaborating with colleagues in environmental, engineering, and design disciplines across the organisation Engaging with market and client leads to identify new opportunities and support business growth About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: A relevant planning degree, with RTPI membership desirable Experience managing multiple assignments under tight deadlines, delivering outputs on time and within budget Knowledge and experience of the Environmental Impact Assessment process Experience in strategic planning and planning policy Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO, or equivalent applications Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and contribute confidently across a range of projects and geographies Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain and discuss planning issues clearly Flexibility to apply knowledge to a variety of planning-related tasks Experience in developing client relationships and contributing to business development What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Opportunities for professional development and training Exposure to high-profile and diverse projects A collaborative and inclusive working environment If you are looking to progress your planning career in a dynamic and supportive consultancy and make an impact on nationally significant projects, we would be pleased to hear from you. 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)
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Planning Consultant Location: Birmingham (hybrid/flexible working) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits Overview Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an Associate Planning Consultant to join their growing Birmingham team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure and development projects across a range of sectors, including sustainable infrastructure, Net Zero, biodiversity, digital transformation, and urban regeneration. You will join a collaborative environment where diverse expertise is valued, working with clients across government, local authorities, combined authorities, private developers, and international funding institutions. The Role As an Associate Planning Consultant, you will play a central role in planning project delivery and business growth. Key responsibilities include: Acting as planning lead on projects across multiple markets and sectors Supporting bid preparation, tender submissions, and framework responses Leading multi-disciplinary projects, taking responsibility for project management and delivery Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues and team leaders Collaborating with colleagues in environmental, engineering, and design disciplines across the organisation Engaging with market and client leads to identify new opportunities and support business growth About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: A relevant planning degree, with RTPI membership desirable Experience managing multiple assignments under tight deadlines, delivering outputs on time and within budget Knowledge and experience of the Environmental Impact Assessment process Experience in strategic planning and planning policy Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO, or equivalent applications Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and contribute confidently across a range of projects and geographies Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain and discuss planning issues clearly Flexibility to apply knowledge to a variety of planning-related tasks Experience in developing client relationships and contributing to business development What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Opportunities for professional development and training Exposure to high-profile and diverse projects A collaborative and inclusive working environment If you are looking to progress your planning career in a dynamic and supportive consultancy and make an impact on nationally significant projects, we would be pleased to hear from you. 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: Senior Town Planner Principal Town Planner Location Nottingham About the Role You will join a multidisciplinary team of planners and urban designers working across a broad range of sectors, including residential, mixed-use, regeneration and wider commercial development. The role combines project leadership, client engagement and strategic planning advice, with the opportunity to influence high-profile and complex schemes. You will be based within a collaborative and creative office environment, with opportunities to work alongside teams in multiple regional locations. The organisation promotes flexible working and values both technical excellence and innovative thinking. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to completion Ensure high-quality delivery of planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation Coordinate inputs from internal teams including urban design and visualisation specialists Client Management Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships Provide clear, commercially focused advice and strategic direction Represent the organisation at client meetings, consultations and stakeholder events Strategic Planning & Delivery Provide robust planning advice across a variety of development sectors Contribute to the preparation of planning strategies and development frameworks Identify risks, opportunities and innovative planning solutions Team Development & Mentoring Encourage a collaborative, proactive and high-performance culture Business Development Contribute to business growth through identifying new opportunities Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (essential) Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or working towards, for Senior level roles) Minimum 5+ years' experience in a UK planning consultancy environment (Principal level) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process Proven experience managing planning projects independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong commercial awareness and client-facing experience Ability to work across multiple sectors, including residential and mixed-use development Experience using planning-related software is advantageous What's on Offer Opportunity to work on diverse, high-quality and complex projects Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment Clear career progression and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance Exposure to major projects across multiple UK regions A creative culture that values innovation, initiative and fresh thinking 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)
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Town Planner Principal Town Planner Location Nottingham About the Role You will join a multidisciplinary team of planners and urban designers working across a broad range of sectors, including residential, mixed-use, regeneration and wider commercial development. The role combines project leadership, client engagement and strategic planning advice, with the opportunity to influence high-profile and complex schemes. You will be based within a collaborative and creative office environment, with opportunities to work alongside teams in multiple regional locations. The organisation promotes flexible working and values both technical excellence and innovative thinking. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to completion Ensure high-quality delivery of planning applications, appeals and supporting documentation Coordinate inputs from internal teams including urban design and visualisation specialists Client Management Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships Provide clear, commercially focused advice and strategic direction Represent the organisation at client meetings, consultations and stakeholder events Strategic Planning & Delivery Provide robust planning advice across a variety of development sectors Contribute to the preparation of planning strategies and development frameworks Identify risks, opportunities and innovative planning solutions Team Development & Mentoring Encourage a collaborative, proactive and high-performance culture Business Development Contribute to business growth through identifying new opportunities Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (essential) Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or working towards, for Senior level roles) Minimum 5+ years' experience in a UK planning consultancy environment (Principal level) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process Proven experience managing planning projects independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong commercial awareness and client-facing experience Ability to work across multiple sectors, including residential and mixed-use development Experience using planning-related software is advantageous What's on Offer Opportunity to work on diverse, high-quality and complex projects Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment Clear career progression and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance Exposure to major projects across multiple UK regions A creative culture that values innovation, initiative and fresh thinking 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)
Associate Town Planner Hybrid Working Location: Leeds Salary: 55,000/ 65,000 Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and rapidly growing UK planning consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of development projects. Based in Leeds, you'll become part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team working on strategic planning projects, with a particular focus on planning applications and land promotions for residential development. You'll work alongside specialists in development economics, design and heritage, giving you exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Private medical insurance. Payment of relevant professional subscriptions. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. A culture built around trust, autonomy and collaboration. The opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of residential and strategic planning projects. Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing national consultancy. The chance to help shape the future growth and strategy of the regional planning team. The Role As an Associate Town Planner, you'll play a key role in leading projects, developing client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the planning team in the region. You'll be involved throughout the full planning process, from providing early strategic advice and supporting design development through to securing planning permission, discharging conditions and managing planning obligations. There will also be opportunities to contribute to Planning Appeals and Local Plan Examinations. Key Responsibilities Advising clients on the development potential of land and buildings. Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals. Providing planning policy advice and undertaking research. Drafting representations for Local Plans, consultations and examinations. Identifying land promotion and development opportunities. Working collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful developments. Supporting business development and helping grow the regional planning team. About You To be considered, you'll ideally have: A relevant Planning qualification. RTPI membership, or be working towards Chartered status. A strong understanding of the UK planning system and planning process. Excellent report writing skills with strong attention to detail. Strong communication and client-facing skills. A proactive, enthusiastic approach with the ability to work effectively within a team. This opportunity would suit either an experienced Planner looking to step into an Associate-level position or a Senior Planner looking to broaden their experience and take on greater responsibility. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your career can continue to develop alongside an ambitious and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in this opportunity, please upload your CV to (url removed).
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Associate Town Planner Hybrid Working Location: Leeds Salary: 55,000/ 65,000 Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and rapidly growing UK planning consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of development projects. Based in Leeds, you'll become part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team working on strategic planning projects, with a particular focus on planning applications and land promotions for residential development. You'll work alongside specialists in development economics, design and heritage, giving you exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Private medical insurance. Payment of relevant professional subscriptions. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. A culture built around trust, autonomy and collaboration. The opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of residential and strategic planning projects. Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing national consultancy. The chance to help shape the future growth and strategy of the regional planning team. The Role As an Associate Town Planner, you'll play a key role in leading projects, developing client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the planning team in the region. You'll be involved throughout the full planning process, from providing early strategic advice and supporting design development through to securing planning permission, discharging conditions and managing planning obligations. There will also be opportunities to contribute to Planning Appeals and Local Plan Examinations. Key Responsibilities Advising clients on the development potential of land and buildings. Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals. Providing planning policy advice and undertaking research. Drafting representations for Local Plans, consultations and examinations. Identifying land promotion and development opportunities. Working collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful developments. Supporting business development and helping grow the regional planning team. About You To be considered, you'll ideally have: A relevant Planning qualification. RTPI membership, or be working towards Chartered status. A strong understanding of the UK planning system and planning process. Excellent report writing skills with strong attention to detail. Strong communication and client-facing skills. A proactive, enthusiastic approach with the ability to work effectively within a team. This opportunity would suit either an experienced Planner looking to step into an Associate-level position or a Senior Planner looking to broaden their experience and take on greater responsibility. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your career can continue to develop alongside an ambitious and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in this opportunity, please upload your CV to (url removed).
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Cambridge Penguin Recruitment are working with a well-established and growing multidisciplinary property and planning consultancy who are looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join their Cambridge team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner looking to progress their career within consultancy, working alongside experienced planners on a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use development. The Role: Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and planning statements Undertake planning research, policy reviews and site appraisals Support the preparation of planning appraisals and development proposals Assist with Design and Access Statements and other supporting documents Help manage planning applications and monitor outcomes Attend site visits, client meetings and planning committees Assist with community engagement and consultation exercises Work closely with wider teams across planning, development, architecture and urban design Gain exposure to projects from initial appraisal through to delivery The Ideal Candidate: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally RTPI accredited Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment A genuine interest in developing a career within planning consultancy Strong written and verbal communication skills Good research and analytical abilities A proactive and commercially aware approach Able to work effectively as part of a wider team What's on offer? Competitive salary and benefits package Structured training and professional development Support towards professional development and RTPI Chartership Exposure to a broad range of planning and development projects Excellent long-term career progression Hybrid and flexible working Supportive and collaborative team 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)
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Cambridge Penguin Recruitment are working with a well-established and growing multidisciplinary property and planning consultancy who are looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join their Cambridge team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner looking to progress their career within consultancy, working alongside experienced planners on a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use development. The Role: Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and planning statements Undertake planning research, policy reviews and site appraisals Support the preparation of planning appraisals and development proposals Assist with Design and Access Statements and other supporting documents Help manage planning applications and monitor outcomes Attend site visits, client meetings and planning committees Assist with community engagement and consultation exercises Work closely with wider teams across planning, development, architecture and urban design Gain exposure to projects from initial appraisal through to delivery The Ideal Candidate: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally RTPI accredited Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment A genuine interest in developing a career within planning consultancy Strong written and verbal communication skills Good research and analytical abilities A proactive and commercially aware approach Able to work effectively as part of a wider team What's on offer? Competitive salary and benefits package Structured training and professional development Support towards professional development and RTPI Chartership Exposure to a broad range of planning and development projects Excellent long-term career progression Hybrid and flexible working Supportive and collaborative team 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)
Development Management Team Leader Hybrid Working £60-70 (DOE) 37 hours per week Job Ref - 67541 Lead a high-performing Development Management team and oversee the delivery of major planning applications during a key period of operational support. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Team Leader or Principal Planner looking to focus on operational leadership, technical excellence, and service delivery without the heavy people-management responsibilities. You'll play a key role in maintaining performance across the Development Management service, overseeing complex planning applications, reviewing and signing off reports, allocating workloads, and ensuring the team continues to deliver a high-quality planning service. Key responsibilities: Lead the operational delivery of the Development Management service Allocate and monitor workloads across the team Review and sign off planning applications and officer reports Manage a caseload of approximately 15-20 complex and strategic applications Provide technical guidance and support to planning officers Respond to changes in planning legislation, policy and procedures Support service performance and operational improvements Requirements: Significant Development Management experience within a local authority Proven track record determining major residential and commercial planning applications Strong technical planning knowledge with experience reviewing and signing off work Previous operational leadership or team management experience MRTPI or relevant planning qualifications are desirable, although extensive local authority experience will also be considered This is a hybrid position with some office attendance required for meetings, collaboration and site visits. Flexible arrangements can be considered for candidates based further afield. The contract is expected to run until approximately March next year, providing an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term assignment within a supportive authority. Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK-wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role isn't quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.
Aug 07, 2026
Contractor
Development Management Team Leader Hybrid Working £60-70 (DOE) 37 hours per week Job Ref - 67541 Lead a high-performing Development Management team and oversee the delivery of major planning applications during a key period of operational support. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Team Leader or Principal Planner looking to focus on operational leadership, technical excellence, and service delivery without the heavy people-management responsibilities. You'll play a key role in maintaining performance across the Development Management service, overseeing complex planning applications, reviewing and signing off reports, allocating workloads, and ensuring the team continues to deliver a high-quality planning service. Key responsibilities: Lead the operational delivery of the Development Management service Allocate and monitor workloads across the team Review and sign off planning applications and officer reports Manage a caseload of approximately 15-20 complex and strategic applications Provide technical guidance and support to planning officers Respond to changes in planning legislation, policy and procedures Support service performance and operational improvements Requirements: Significant Development Management experience within a local authority Proven track record determining major residential and commercial planning applications Strong technical planning knowledge with experience reviewing and signing off work Previous operational leadership or team management experience MRTPI or relevant planning qualifications are desirable, although extensive local authority experience will also be considered This is a hybrid position with some office attendance required for meetings, collaboration and site visits. Flexible arrangements can be considered for candidates based further afield. The contract is expected to run until approximately March next year, providing an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term assignment within a supportive authority. Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK-wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role isn't quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.
Planning Officer London £32 per hour Inside IR35 Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service? You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role. This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently. You will be managing a mixed caseload of applications so must be comfortable with this variety. The council are currently looking for 3 planning officers at different levels of grading. To be successful in this position you MUST BE: Qualified town planner. Be comfortable working from home and using Microsoft Teams/Zoom. Please note this role would suit an experienced town planning officer Role & Responsibilities: Depending on the grading of the position, you will be involved in a mixed caseload of householder and minor applications Working as part of a team to ensure all targets and deadlines are met. On offer is an hourly rate of up to £32p/h depending on experience. This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity to join a growing local authority. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Liam Shea on (phone number removed) JOB REF - 68679 If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.
Aug 07, 2026
Contractor
Planning Officer London £32 per hour Inside IR35 Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service? You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role. This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently. You will be managing a mixed caseload of applications so must be comfortable with this variety. The council are currently looking for 3 planning officers at different levels of grading. To be successful in this position you MUST BE: Qualified town planner. Be comfortable working from home and using Microsoft Teams/Zoom. Please note this role would suit an experienced town planning officer Role & Responsibilities: Depending on the grading of the position, you will be involved in a mixed caseload of householder and minor applications Working as part of a team to ensure all targets and deadlines are met. On offer is an hourly rate of up to £32p/h depending on experience. This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity to join a growing local authority. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Liam Shea on (phone number removed) JOB REF - 68679 If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.
