Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Chartered Town Planner
Chartered Town Planner at Penguin Recruitment Ltd, across the UK, paying £35,000 - £40,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- UK wide
- Closing date
- Sector
- Local Government
19% below the typical rate for local government
Reference https://www.constructionjobboard.co.uk/job/3801969/chartered-town-planner/
About the role
WE'RE HIRING: TOWN PLANNER
Location: Essex
Salary: £35,000-£40,000, depending on experience
An established property and development consultancy in Essex is looking to expand its team with a motivated Town Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to develop their career while working on a variety of exciting property and development projects.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000, depending on experience
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of property and development projects
- Career progression within an established consultancy
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Exposure to residential, commercial and mixed-use developments
- Opportunity to build relationships with clients, developers and local planning authorities
- Scope to develop your planning expertise and take on greater responsibility
REQUIREMENTS
- A degree in Town Planning or a relevant discipline.
- MRTPI qualified, working towards chartership or keen to pursue professional development.
- Previous experience in town planning, ideally within a consultancy or local authority.
- Good understanding of UK planning legislation, policy and development management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Confidence liaising with clients, consultants and local planning authorities.
- A proactive approach and a genuine interest in property and development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preparing and submitting planning applications for a range of development projects.
- Producing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
- Advising clients on planning policy, development opportunities and application strategies.
- Liaising with local planning authorities, developers and other project stakeholders.
- Monitoring planning applications and managing projects through the planning process.
- Supporting the delivery of residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes.
- Researching local and national planning policies to inform project decisions.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships while supporting successful project delivery.
HOW TO APPLY
If you're a Town Planner looking for your next opportunity in Essex, or know someone who could be a great fit, I'd love to hear from you.
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Reference: https://www.constructionjobboard.co.uk/job/3801969/chartered-town-planner/ · Posted 16 hours ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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