Senior Planner

Senior Planner

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to partner with a highly regarded and forward-thinking private planning consultancy with a strong presence across the South East of England. Renowned for delivering expert planning advice across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, this consultancy is experiencing sustained growth due to its exceptional client service and project success.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Planner to join their collaborative and ambitious team. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to take on greater responsibility, lead high-profile projects, and progress their career within a supportive and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Planner, you will play a pivotal role in the consultancy's success by:

Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications and supporting documents.
Leading client communications and managing projects from inception to completion.
Providing expert planning advice across a variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
Representing clients at planning committee meetings, consultations, and public inquiries.
Contributing to business development activities and fostering strong client relationships.
Mentoring and supporting junior team members to help them achieve their professional goals.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

MRTPI Chartered status or to be actively working towards chartership.
Previous experience in a private consultancy or a similar professional environment.
A strong understanding of planning legislation, as well as national and local planning policies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
A proactive, commercially aware mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.
A full UK driving licence or the willingness to travel as required.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Senior Planner will involve:

Managing a diverse portfolio of planning projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
Engaging with clients to provide tailored planning advice and updates on project progress.
Preparing detailed planning applications, reports, and supporting documentation.
Attending site visits, planning committee meetings, and public consultations.
Collaborating with colleagues to develop innovative solutions for complex planning challenges.
Supporting the professional development of junior team members through mentoring and guidance.

Benefits

By joining this consultancy as a Senior Planner, you will enjoy:

A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
A hybrid/flexible working environment to support work-life balance.
Clear career development opportunities within a growing and ambitious consultancy.
Exposure to a wide range of interesting and complex planning projects.
A supportive team culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.If you are a passionate and driven planning professional looking to make a positive impact in the private sector, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email