Senior Town Planner

Senior Town PlannerLocation: Bedford

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with an established and respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic Bedford team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take the next step in their career and work on a diverse range of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Exposure to a wide variety of planning projects across the region

• A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and progression

• RTPI fees paid and ongoing CPD opportunities

The Role:As a Senior Town Planner, you'll take ownership of your own projects while supporting the wider team on complex developments. Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications and appeals

• Conducting site appraisals and planning research

• Providing strategic planning advice to clients and stakeholders

• Engaging with local authorities and third parties throughout the planning process

• Mentoring junior team members where appropriate

About You:

• MRTPI qualified (or actively working towards chartership)

• 5+ years' planning experience within a consultancy, developer, or local authority environment

• Strong understanding of the UK planning system

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Commercially minded with the ability to build strong client relationships

• A proactive attitude and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Town Planner to join a well established consultancy with a reputation for delivering high-quality planning solutions and supporting professional development at every stage.

For more information or to apply, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.