Town Planner
Location: Belfast
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their Belfast office.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking planning team that delivers high quality advice and innovative solutions across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, renewable energy, infrastructure, and mixed use developments. The consultancy has an outstanding reputation for professionalism, client care, and creating sustainable places that shape the future of local communities.
What’s on Offer:
1. Competitive salary and benefits package
2. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
3. Ongoing support towards professional development and RTPI chartership
4. Exposure to a variety of large-scale and high-profile projects
5. Supportive and collaborative working culture
The Role:
As a Town Planner, you’ll play a key role in managing a diverse caseload of planning projects, supporting senior colleagues, and engaging directly with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
6. Preparing, managing, and submitting planning applications and appeals
7. Conducting site appraisals and preparing planning statements and reports
8. Providing well informed planning advice to clients and colleagues
9. Contributing to local plan representations and development plan submissions
10. Assisting in the coordination of multi-disciplinary project teams
11. Developing strong relationships with clients and external partners
About You:
12. A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI-accredited)
13. 1-3 years’ experience in a planning role, ideally within consultancy or private sector
14. Strong written and verbal communication skills
15. Excellent understanding of the planning process and relevant legislation
16. Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
17. A proactive attitude and ambition to progress your career in planning
This position offers an excellent platform for a Town Planner seeking to broaden their experience within a respected consultancy that values professional growth and innovation.