Job Description
JOB TITLE - TOWN PLANNER
LOCATION - EXETER
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning and heritage consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Exeter.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, rural, and heritage-led developments. The successful Town Planner will gain valuable experience across both planning and heritage considerations within a collaborative and supportive environment.
THE ROLE
You will be involved in delivering planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination, supporting a wide range of clients.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with both planning and heritage professionals, making it ideal for a Town Planner looking to broaden their expertise and work on sensitive and high-quality developments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals Assisting with heritage statements and impact assessments Undertaking site appraisals and planning feasibility assessments Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, conservation officers, and stakeholders Supporting senior team members on complex and heritage-led projects Attending site visits, client meetings, and consultations Conducting planning and heritage policy research
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Working towards MRTPI (or recently achieved) Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment Good understanding of UK planning policy and heritage legislation Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail * A proactive and collaborative approach
WHAT'S ON OFFER
Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working flexibility Opportunity to work on planning and heritage-led projects Supportive and collaborative team environment * Clear career progression and professional development opportunities
Interested?Contact Joel Bland on or email