Town Planner
Location: Nottingham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well established, independent planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their expanding Nottingham team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to be part of a dynamic consultancy that delivers high quality planning advice across a range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful Town Planner will gain exposure to a wide variety of projects, work alongside experienced professionals, and have excellent opportunities for career progression.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid and flexible working options
Support toward RTPI Chartership (if not already achieved)
Ongoing professional development and mentoring
Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects
Collaborative and supportive working environment

The Role
As a Town Planner, you'll assist in delivering planning consultancy services to a wide client base. You'll be involved in all aspects of planning, including appraisals, applications, appeals, and local plan representations. Working as part of a close knit and growing team, you'll contribute to delivering successful outcomes for both private and public sector clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documents
Undertake site appraisals and planning research
Prepare planning statements and design and access statements
Liaise with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders
Provide general planning advice under the guidance of senior colleagues
Contribute to business development and client relationship management
Support senior staff with larger and more complex projects

About You
We're looking for a motivated and commercially aware Town Planner with a passion for delivering quality planning solutions. You'll be confident, organised, and eager to grow within a consultancy environment that values collaboration and personal development.

Requirements:

Degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline
MRTPI-qualified or working towards Chartership
1-3 years of planning experience, ideally within consultancy or local authority
Strong understanding of the UK planning system
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage time effectively and work to deadlines
A proactive, team oriented attitude with attention to detail

If you are interested in this Town Planner position, contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment