Senior Town Planner

Job Title: Senior Town Planner

Location: Swindon

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an independent planning consultancy in the appointment of a Chartered Senior Town Planner.

Our client is a well-established and highly respected consultancy providing expert planning and development advice across a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial, mixed-use, infrastructure, and strategic land promotion projects. With a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused and practical planning solutions, the business offers an excellent environment for ambitious planners seeking long-term career progression.

This is an exciting opportunity for an MRTPI-qualified planner to join a collaborative and supportive team working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of a variety of planning projects, working closely with clients, consultants, and local authorities throughout the planning process.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing a diverse caseload of planning applications and appeals
• Undertaking site appraisals and planning assessments
• Preparing planning statements, appeals, and supporting reports
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
• Managing relationships with clients, stakeholders, and local planning authorities
• Supporting business development and networking activities
• Assisting junior team members and contributing to collaborative project delivery
• Monitoring planning policy and legislative changes

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold MRTPI Chartered status
• Have experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or development environment
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of the UK planning system
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be commercially aware and client focused
• Have strong project management and organisational abilities
• Be confident managing projects independently and within a team
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Hold a full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support
• Pension scheme and additional company benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Town Planner looking to further their career within a dynamic and growing consultancy environment.

The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or email