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Job Title: Senior Town Planner

Location: Cheltenham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected independent planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to take the next step in their career within a growing consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and rural developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery and client management.

THE ROLE

As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on a range of planning projects from initial strategy through to submission and determination.

You will manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and support junior team members, further developing your leadership skills as a Senior Town Planner within a collaborative and supportive environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Leading and managing planning applications and projects

* Providing strategic planning advice to clients

* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and documentation

* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact

* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders

* Supporting and mentoring junior planners

* Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations

* Contributing to business development and networking activities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline

* MRTPI qualified

* Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment

* Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system

* Strong communication and client-facing skills

* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines

* A proactive and commercially aware approach

WHAT'S ON OFFER

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects

* Supportive and collaborative team environment

* Clear progression opportunities

* Ongoing professional development and career support

Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at

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