Planning Manager
Location: Uxbridge
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well-established residential developer to recruit a Planning Manager for their Uxbridge office.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional with strong development insight to step into a central role in shaping and delivering residential-led projects across Greater London and the South East.
About the Role
As Planning Manager, you will take a lead role in managing the planning process across a diverse range of sites, from strategic land and brownfield regeneration to high-density housing schemes. You'll be involved from initial feasibility through to the submission and negotiation of planning applications.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage planning applications for residential development schemes
Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and internal teams
Monitor planning policy and identify development opportunities
Prepare planning appraisals and manage pre application engagement
Provide advice to the land and development team during acquisition and early stage planning
Represent the business at planning committees and public consultations where required
What We're Looking For
A degree in Town Planning or a related subject
MRTPI status preferred, or working towards chartership
Relevant years' experience in planning, ideally with a mix of consultancy or local authority and developer side
Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, with a focus on residential development
Excellent written, verbal, and negotiation skills
Proactive, commercially aware and confident managing projects independently
Why Apply?
Join a growing developer with a strong land bank and ambitious pipeline
Work in a close knit, dynamic team environment
Competitive salary and benefits
Real opportunity to influence planning strategy and delivery from the inside
If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment to find out more