Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Job Title:
Senior Town Planner | Associate Town Planner

Location:
Oxfordshire

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded independent planning consultancy in the appointment of a Senior Town Planner or Associate Town Planner.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, well-established practice known for tackling complex planning challenges and delivering creative, commercially astute solutions for its clients.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing planning projects from inception through to successful determination. You will work closely with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders, providing clear and pragmatic planning advice across a varied portfolio of development projects.

This role would suit an experienced planner looking to step into a senior position, or an established Associate seeking greater responsibility and influence within a consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing planning applications, appeals and pre-application submissions
• Negotiating with local planning authorities and statutory consultees
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients
• Preparing high-quality reports and written submissions
• Interpreting planning policy, guidance and case law
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to team growth (Associate level)

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or close to completion for Senior level)
• Typically 3-5+ years' experience (Senior)
• 6-8+ years' experience (Associate)
• Background in private consultancy or local authority planning
• Strong written, analytical and communication skills
• Confident managing projects and client relationships
• Proactive, commercially aware and solution-focused

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary reflective of experience
• Generous benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• High-quality, varied workload
• Clear progression and long-term career development