Senior Town Planner | Principal Town Planner

Overview

Senior Town Planner

Location:

Nottingham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with very well established, and reputable consultancy, in their search for a Senior Planner for their Nottingham office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy, working on a wide-ranging portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, energy, and mixed-use developments. The role offers the chance to take ownership of projects, support junior colleagues, and play a key role in delivering commercially focused planning advice.

• Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions
• Provide clear, strategic planning advice to clients across multiple sectors
• Undertake site appraisals and planning policy assessments
• Prepare high-quality planning statements and supporting documentation
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
• Support and mentor junior members of the planning team

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
• MRTPI status or be working towards chartership
• Several years  experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage projects independently and work to deadlines

This Senior Town Planner role offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy with a strong national presence, a collaborative culture, and clear opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position in Nottingham, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for further information.