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Recruitment Partner

Penguin Recruitment is a specialist Town Planning recruitment agency, connecting top planning professionals with employers across the UK. From graduate to director level, we help organisations hire the right talent quickly and effectively.

Specialist Town Planning Jobs Across the UK

At Penguin Recruitment, we have a dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Agency team with over 40 years of combined experience in connecting employers and professionals in the Town Planning sector. From graduate planning jobs to senior director roles, we help employers meet their recruitment objectives.

Our clients include Housebuilders, Developers, Local Authorities, Charities and Consultancies, spanning both private and public sectors and with planning job opportunities right across the UK.

Why Choose Penguin Recruitment for Planning Recruitment?

Vast Talent Network

Access to thousands of UK planning professionals.

Proven Expertise

Town Planning recruitment specialists with deep industry knowledge.

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Town Planning recruitment specialists with deep industry knowledge.

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Submit your CV here and one of our specialist planning recruitment consultants will be in touch to provide informed and confidential advice on your next career move

Specialist Planning Recruitment Services

We support recruitment for permanent, contract, and interim Town Planning jobs across a wide variety of roles, including:

  • Town Planners from Graduate to Partner level
  • Urban Designers & Regeneration Planners
  • Conservation and Heritage Consultants
  • Environmental Planning professionals
  • Land Buyers
  • Land Managers and Land Directors

Whether you’re looking to hire town planners or advance your town planning career, Penguin can provide a tailored recruitment service.

Why We're a Leading Planning Recruitment Agency

For Job Seekers

We don't claim to know more than planning professionals themselves, but we work hard to understand the industry's landscape, emerging trends, and the challenges that impact our candidates and clients.

Broad Range of Employers and Roles

  • Trusted by hundreds of planning employers across the UK
  • Often work exclusively and privately with clients
  • Focused on understanding each candidate’s goals to ensure the right fit
  • Candidates are fully briefed and prepared before interviews

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Candidate Quality & Speed of Action

A continually refreshed talent pool of:

  • RTPI-qualified planners
  • Graduates
  • Senior planning professionals

Candidates ready to interview at short notice.

Proven Client Satisfaction

  • Successfully fill urgent short-term vacancies
  • Support employers in building full planning teams
  • Trusted to deliver consistently high-quality results

Nationwide Coverage

  • From London to Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and England – we recruit across the entire UK.
Penguin Recruitment Testimonials

Planning Recruitment Success

We've helped place hundreds of planning professionals into organisations across multiple sectors including Housebuilders, Developers, Local Authorities, Charities and Consultancies (multidisciplinary, independent etc).

We don’t just place candidates – we build long-term partnerships.

Meet the Planning Recruitment Experts

At Penguin Recruitment, our dedicated Planning Recruitment team combines industry knowledge with a passion for connecting top talent with leading employers.

Josh Jones

Senior Consultant, Town Planning, Land & Urban Design

Katy Thorne
Katy Throne

Senior Recruitment Consultant, Town Planning & Urban Design

Neil Ellerton
Neil Ellerton

Lead Recruitment Specialist, Town Planning

Tamzin Warren-Vimpany

Recruitment Consultant

Katy Thorne
Sofia Conte

Recruitment Consultant, Town Planning

Neil Ellerton
Joel Bland

Recruitment Consultant, Town Planning

Frequently Asked Questions

Penguin Recruitment helps town planning professionals and employers connect seamlessly. Whether you're hiring or job seeking, our expert team is here to help.

For Job Seekers

What types of town planning jobs do you recruit for?

We recruit for a wide range of town planning roles including Graduate Planners, Planning Consultants, Senior Planners, Principal Planners, Planning Managers, and Directors. Our clients span the public and private sectors, including local authorities, planning consultancies, and multidisciplinary firms.

 

Do you offer permanent or contract planning jobs?

We offer both. Whether you're looking for a permanent town planning role or interim/contract positions, we have a variety of opportunities to suit your career goals and lifestyle.

I’m a recent graduate – can you help me start my career in planning?

Absolutely. We work closely with planning consultancies and local authorities actively hiring graduate planners. We also provide CV advice and interview preparation to help you stand out.

Are there town planning jobs near me?

We recruit across the UK, including roles in London, the South East, Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, Wales, and Scotland. Let us know your preferred location and we’ll match you with suitable opportunities.

Do I need to be RTPI-accredited to apply for planning jobs?

Many employers prefer or require RTPI accreditation, but we also work with clients open to candidates working toward chartered status or with related qualifications and experience.

For Employers

What planning roles can you help us fill?

We recruit for all levels of town planning, from graduate and assistant planners through to heads of planning and director-level appointments. We cover both development management and policy planning roles.

How quickly can you help us hire a town planner?

We have an extensive network of qualified planning professionals and can quickly identify and present suitable candidates. For urgent roles, we can tap into our active contractor database for immediate availability.

 

What makes you different from other planning recruitment agencies?

We specialise in the built environment and have a dedicated team focused solely on town planning recruitment. Our deep market knowledge and consultative approach ensure we deliver candidates who are the right technical and cultural fit.

Do you offer retained or contingency recruitment services?

We offer both, depending on the role and your hiring needs. We’re happy to advise on the best approach for your specific vacancy.

How do you screen your planning candidates?

Every candidate is personally interviewed by a specialist consultant. We assess their technical skills, project experience, RTPI status, and soft skills to ensure they’re well-suited to your team.

Find or Fill a Planning Role Today

Penguin Recruitment helps town planning professionals and employers connect seamlessly. Whether you're hiring or job seeking, our expert team is here to help.

Work With the UK's Trusted Planning Recruitment Agency

Penguin Recruitment helps town planning professionals and employers connect seamlessly. Whether you're hiring or job seeking, our expert team is here to help.

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