Town Planner Senior Town Planner

Job Title: Town Planner Senior Town Planner

Location: Shrewsbury or Wolverhampton

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established multidisciplinary property consultancy with the appointment of a Town Planner / Senior Town Planner to join its growing planning team across Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton.

Following continued business growth and a recent acquisition, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established team working across a varied portfolio of residential and commercial developments.

The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the business, as well as architects, technical specialists and Local Planning Authority officers, providing practical planning advice and supporting projects from initial instruction through to determination.

The role will involve:

• Preparing, submitting and managing planning applications, prior approvals and certificates of lawfulness.
• Producing planning statements, design and access statements and supporting documentation.
• Managing your own caseload, client relationships and monthly invoicing.
• Supporting a growing portfolio of residential and commercial projects.

What we're looking for:

• Around 3-6 years' experience in town planning, ideally across the public and private sectors.
• A relevant planning qualification, with RTPI membership or progress towards chartership preferred.
• A commercially aware, solutions-focused approach and strong communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits and meetings.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 32 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Paid professional membership fees, CPD and relevant training.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Potential discretionary annual bonus.
• Workplace pension, Employee Assistance Programme Plus and flexible office hours.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)