Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected independent planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner to join a growing consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and rural developments. The successful candidate will benefit from hands-on project involvement and strong client exposure within a supportive environment. THE ROLE As a Town Planner, you will be involved in delivering planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination. You will manage your own smaller schemes while supporting senior team members on more complex developments, continuing to build your experience and technical expertise as a Town Planner. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Managing smaller planning applications from start to finish • Supporting senior planners on larger and more complex projects • Preparing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation • Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy research • Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders • Attending client meetings, site visits, and consultations • Supporting project coordination and delivery • Assisting with business development and networking activities WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline • MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership • Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority • Strong understanding of the UK planning system • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong organisational and time management abilities • A proactive and motivated approach WHAT’S ON OFFER • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects • Supportive and collaborative team environment • Clear progression opportunities • Ongoing professional development and support towards MRTPI Interested? Contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at joel.bland@penguinrecruitment. co.uk