Town Planner

Town Planner – Planning Consultancy (Cheltenham)

Location:

Cheltenham

Contract:

Permanent | Full-time
Sector:
Town Planning & Development Consultancy

As a Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning advice across a broad range of development projects, working closely with senior colleagues and clients. The role offers exposure to the full planning lifecycle and genuine scope for progression.

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Producing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation
• Liaising with local authorities, consultees and stakeholders
• Supporting senior planners on appeals, site appraisals and development strategies
• Keeping up to date with planning policy and legislation
• Contributing positively to team collaboration and project delivery

This role would suit a motivated planner at an early to mid-career stage who is keen to learn and progress within consultancy.

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Progress towards RTPI accreditation (or a strong desire to begin/continue this)
• Experience with in a planning consultancy or local authority (preferred but not essential)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, organised and professional approach
• Local authority or consultancy experience within development management or policy would be advantageous.

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Support with RTPI accreditation and CPD
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Exposure to a diverse range of planning projects
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• A stable and well-respected consultancy setting

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed).

All conversations will be treated in strict confidence.