Job Title:Town Planner Location: Ashby The Team & Focus of the Role Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well established and growing Planning team based in Ashby. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and developing the team's planning consultancy services, contributing to a wide range of projects across multiple sectors. You'll work closely with colleagues across a multidisciplinary business to identify cross-divisional opportunities, develop new client relationships, and take the lead on diverse and engaging planning projects. These include residential, commercial, retail, and leisure developments, covering everything from site appraisals and site promotion to full planning applications. Key Responsibilities Manage and prioritise your own project caseloadDeliver high-quality planning advice and client serviceMentor junior colleagues, including supporting through the APC processPrepare initial site reviews, site-specific strategies, and planning submissionsProvide bespoke planning advice to clientsPrepare, submit, and manage planning applications and associated reportsPrepare site submissions and Local Plan representationsBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients and consultants (architects, engineers, ecologists, etc.)Engage positively with local authorities, members of the public, and other stakeholdersAttend and lead project meetingsNegotiate to secure optimal outcomes for clientsManage budgets, time recording, and invoicing About You MRTPI qualified or working towards submissionStrong interpersonal and communication skillsSelf-motivated and collaborative team playerExcellent organisational skills and attention to detailConfident managing multiple deadlines under pressureGood understanding of the planning system and marketProficient in Microsoft Office and IT tools Benefits In addition to a competitive base salary, you will enjoy: Discretionary bonus schemeGenerous holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, rising with service (plus your birthday off and additional festive leave)Enhanced parental and family leaveAccess to an employee wellbeing and assistance programmeVolunteering leave (2 days per year)Life assurance and a range of additional benefits and discounts Culture & Working Environment The business promotes a modern and flexible working culture, offering hybrid arrangements to balance office collaboration with home-based focus time. The team regularly takes part in social and professional development events, creating an engaging and connected workplace environment. With a long-established history and a strong reputation across the UK, the company advises a diverse range of clients across sectors including agriculture, commercial, energy, healthcare, infrastructure, residential, and rural development. For more information or to apply, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on or email .