Town Planner

Town Planner – Whiteley

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a successful residential developer with the appointment of a Town Planner to join their busy Planning team in Whiteley. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a hands-on role where you’ll be involved in the full planning process, from site inception through to receipt of planning permissions and beyond.

As a Town Planner
, you will play a pivotal role in managing planning applications for sites typically ranging from 30 to 200 units, as well as future land promotion initiatives. Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, conditions, and appeal documentation.
• Monitoring and reviewing local planning policy, including strategies relating to transport, climate change, green infrastructure, and housing.
• Representing the company at Planning Committee and Public Consultation meetings.
• Managing relationships with Local Planning Authorities, external consultants, and stakeholders.
• Conducting research to support planning applications and maintaining accurate records of policies and site information.
• Negotiating with external consultants, obtaining quotations, and contributing to project evaluation.

We are seeking a motivated planning professional with:

• A degree in town planning, geography, or a related subject.
• A minimum of 2 years’ post-graduate planning experience, ideally within a planning consultancy, local authority, or residential developer.
• Strong understanding of planning processes and local planning policy.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with confidence to represent projects in public forums.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to work directly on high-profile residential developments.
• Exposure to projects ranging from 30-200 units, ensuring variety and professional growth.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your expertise in residential planning.
• A role that offers genuine influence over shaping new communities and regeneration initiatives.

If you are interested in this Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland on or email your CV to joel