Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Town Planner
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits
An established, design-led architectural practice is seeking a Town Planner to join its close-knit team in Tunbridge Wells.
This RIBA-chartered consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential and heritage-led projects, with a focus on traditional architecture, sustainability, and sensitive design within the Kent and Sussex region.
Working across projects including new homes, extensions, listed buildings, and rural developments, the team provides a collaborative, hands-on environment with real involvement across the full project lifecycle.
The Role
You will support and lead on a range of planning projects, working closely with architects, clients, and local authorities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
- Advising on planning policy, constraints, and site development potential
- Supporting design teams to ensure proposals align with local and national policy
- Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
- Producing planning statements, heritage statements, and supporting documentation
- Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility studies
You will gain exposure to a wide variety of residential and small-scale commercial schemes, often in sensitive or constrained planning contexts.
About You
- Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
- Working towards or recently achieved MRTPI (or equivalent)
- Experience in a consultancy or architectural practice preferred
- Good understanding of the UK planning system (ideally within the South East)
- Strong report writing and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
Why Apply?
- Join a respected, design-focused practice with a strong regional reputation
- Work on bespoke, high-quality projects rather than volume-led schemes
- Gain hands-on experience across the full planning and design process
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Tunbridge Wells office location with excellent project variety across Kent & Sussex
Interested?
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.
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