Overview
Senior Town Planner
Location: Birmingham
About the role
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading multi disciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take a leading role in shaping projects across a variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and regeneration. The company is well known for its innovative use of technology and data-driven planning services, offering a dynamic environment for career growth and professional development.
What’s on offer
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Opportunities to work on high-profile projects
* Support for continued professional development, including RTPI membership fees
* A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture
The role
As a Senior Town Planner, you'll be responsible for delivering a wide range of planning projects from concept through to determination. Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and preparing planning applications, appraisals, and supporting documents
* Providing expert planning advice to clients and internal teams
* Leading stakeholder and local authority engagement
* Supporting more junior team members with technical guidance and mentorship
* Building and maintaining relationships with key clients across the public and private sectors
About you
* MRTPI qualified (or working towards accreditation)
* Relevant experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority
* Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple complex applications
* Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
* A commercial mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Senior Town Planner to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, professional growth, and collaboration. For more information or to apply, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment
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