Job Title: Senior Planner
Location: Crawley
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their team in Crawley.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Planner to join a well-established consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic development projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and strategic planning advice within a collaborative and professional environment.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Planner, you will lead planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission, negotiation, appeal, and determination.
You will manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and support junior colleagues while continuing to develop your career as a Senior Planner within a growing consultancy environment.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a broad range of clients on complex and varied planning projects, taking ownership of schemes and contributing to the continued success of the team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals across a range of sectors
* Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
* Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility assessments
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients and consultant teams
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and key stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
WHAT’S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
* Strong client exposure and project responsibility
* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements