Senior Town Planner

Job Title:

Senior Town Planner

Location:

Wallingford

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected independent planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Wallingford.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a growing consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed‑use, and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and planning strategy while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive working environment.

As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead planning projects from initial site appraisal through to planning application submission, negotiation, and determination. You will work closely with a broad range of private sector clients, providing strategic planning advice and helping to secure successful outcomes across a variety of development schemes. The role offers excellent project responsibility and the opportunity to further develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a respected consultancy.

• Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
• Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
• Undertaking site assessments and development feasibility studies
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members
• Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning consultations
• Contributing to business development and networking activities

• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
• Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
• Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client‑facing skills
• Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
• Strong client exposure and project responsibility
• Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
• Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
• Flexible working arrangements and excellent career prospects