Senior Planner / Associate Planner Location: Stevenage Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a long-established, award-winning multidisciplinary practice in their search for a Senior Planner / Associate Planner to join their respected and expanding planning team. This well-regarded consultancy combines planning and architectural expertise, delivering high-quality work across a diverse range of sectors. With a strong reputation, excellent client relationships and impressive staff retention, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional seeking long-term career progression. The Role The successful candidate will work on a broad mix of projects, supporting an established client base while helping drive the team's continued growth. Key responsibilities include: Project managing planning applications of varying scales and complexity Preparing Local Plan representations Undertaking site appraisals Leading and contributing to appeal work Mentoring and supporting junior staff Playing an active role in business development and client engagement This position offers clear progression, increasing autonomy, and the opportunity to become involved in wider business management as your role develops. About You Relevant experience in town planning (private or public sector) Full MRTPI membership Strong project management skills Confident communicator with the ability to build strong client relationships Experience mentoring junior team members Proactive, commercially aware, and keen to contribute to business growth What’s on Offer Competitive salary Company pension scheme Performance-related bonus Strong career progression opportunities Supportive, collaborative team environment Commitment to equal opportunities Interested? For applications, or for more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Josh Jones at josh.jones@penguinrecruitment. co.uk or call 01792362010