Town Planner
Location: Cheltenham
Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly respected property developer, in their search for a Town Planner. The successful candidate will be working on a diverse portfolio of residential, employment, and mixed-use schemes across the region. The role offers the chance to work client-side, taking projects through the planning process from early site appraisal to securing planning consent and supporting delivery.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you will be involved in a wide range of planning activities, including:
Managing and supporting planning applications, pre-applications, and appeals
Undertaking site appraisals and providing planning advice on development opportunities
Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders
Monitoring Local Plan policy and contributing to representations and promotions
Supporting land promotion and development strategy
Preparing clear, robust planning reports and recommendations
About You
The ideal Town Planner will have:
A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
Experience within a consultancy, local authority, or in-house development role
A strong understanding of the UK planning system and development management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage multiple projects and work proactively
RTPI membership or progress toward chartership
Why Apply?
This Town Planner role offers the opportunity to work within a commercially focused, supportive development environment, gaining exposure to quality schemes and long term land promotion projects, with clear opportunities for progression.
If you are interested in this Town Planner position in Cheltenham, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for further information