Senior Town Planner
Location: Nottingham
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with very well established, and reputable consultancy, in their search for a Senior Planner for their Nottingham office.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy, working on a wide-ranging portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, energy, and mixed-use developments. The role offers the chance to take ownership of projects, support junior colleagues, and play a key role in delivering commercially focused planning advice.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will:
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Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions
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Provide clear, strategic planning advice to clients across multiple sectors
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Undertake site appraisals and planning policy assessments
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Prepare high-quality planning statements and supporting documentation
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Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
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Support and mentor junior members of the planning team
About You
The successful Senior Town Planner will have:
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A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
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MRTPI status or be working towards chartership
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Several years’ experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
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Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development management
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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The ability to manage projects independently and work to deadlines
Why Apply?
This Senior Town Planner role offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy with a strong national presence, a collaborative culture, and clear opportunities for career progression.
If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position in Nottingham, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for further information.
