Town Planner

Town Planner
Preston

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with a highly regarded planning consultancy in Preston who are looking to appoint a Town Planner to their expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the North West and beyond. The consultancy works across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, retail, leisure, and renewable energy, offering you the chance to broaden your planning experience and develop your career in a supportive environment.

The Role:

• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications and appeals.
• Undertake site appraisals and contribute to planning strategies.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and external stakeholders.
• Provide high-quality written advice and reports.
• Support senior colleagues on larger projects while gaining responsibility for your own caseload.

Requirements:

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership.
• 1-3 years' post-graduate experience within consultancy or local authority.
• A solid understanding of the UK planning system.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, tailored to your experience.
• Pension scheme and discretionary bonus.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Clear career development and training opportunities.
• A friendly and collaborative working environment.

This role would suit a motivated Planner who is eager to take on new challenges, gain exposure to a variety of projects, and progress their career within a respected and growing consultancy.

For more information on this role and other opportunities in Planning, please contactJosh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed). Alternatively, send your CV to (url removed)