Town Planner

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Job Title: Town Planner

Location: London (Farringdon) - Flexible working available
Company: Leading Planning Consultancy

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected planning consultancy in their search for a Planner to join their growing Strategic Planning team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious town planner to work on high-profile residential and mixed-use projects, contribute to strategic planning work across the UK, and grow your career within a supportive and well-established team.

The Role

As a Planner within the Strategic Planning team, you will play a key role in delivering a wide range of planning projects. You will support senior colleagues on major schemes while also taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of smaller assignments under supervision. This position offers exceptional exposure to large-scale development promotion, Local Plan work, policy analysis, and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Project Support & Management

Manage your workload effectively within the parameters set by the Director.
Establish and understand project briefs from Project Managers.
Contribute to the promotion of large-scale residential and mixed-use developments through the Local Development Framework.
Support in coordinating project teams and undertaking elements of project management.
Maintain orderly project files, planning programmes, stakeholder engagement strategies, and monitoring schedules.Planning Work

Conduct detailed research, site appraisals, and planning histories.
Prepare, submit and assist in negotiating planning applications.
Draft planning statements, policy representations, and supporting documents.
Assist with planning appeals where required.
Prepare tender documents, project plans, and monitor relevant case law and policy changes.Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong client relationships, helping to generate repeat and new business.
Liaise with Local Authorities, statutory consultees, external consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
Provide regular updates to Directors, Associate Directors, Associates, and Senior Planners through meetings and progress reports.Teamwork & Professional Development

Work collaboratively as part of several project teams across the business.
Seek guidance, coaching and mentoring from senior team members when required.
Share information and best practice with peers.
Keep knowledge and skills up to date and meet RTPI CPD requirements.General Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, and Quality Assurance standards.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development through training and CPD.
Uphold all professional and company compliance procedures.About You

RTPI accredited degree or equivalent.
Ideally 1-3 years' experience in planning (public or private sector).
Strong research, analytical and report-writing skills.
Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
A proactive attitude and desire to progress within strategic planning.
A team player with strong interpersonal skills.Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established consultancy known for delivering high-quality work and supporting professional development. You will gain exposure to some of the most exciting strategic planning projects in the UK, working alongside a highly experienced and friendly team.

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 on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)