Job Description
Job Title: Town PlannerLocation: Oxford
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected property and development consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Oxford.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner to join a commercially focused environment, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, mixed-use, and strategic land developments. The role offers a strong blend of both planning policy and development management work, providing excellent exposure across the planning process.
THE ROLE
As a Town Planner, you will be involved in delivering planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination.
You will work across both policy and development management projects, managing your own schemes while supporting senior team members on larger developments, developing your expertise as a Town Planner within a dynamic and growing team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing planning applications and development management projects Supporting planning policy work and site promotion activities Preparing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility assessments Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders Attending client meetings, site visits, and consultations Supporting pre-application discussions and appeals Assisting with project coordination and delivery
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership Experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or similar environment Strong understanding of both planning policy and development management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time management abilities * A proactive and commercially aware approach
WHAT'S ON OFFER
Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work across both policy and development management Exposure to strategic land and major planning projects Supportive and collaborative team environment * Clear progression opportunities and professional development
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at