Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Senior Town Planner – Cheltenham
£Competitive + bonus + excellent benefits | Hybrid working
An established and growing independent planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham.
Operating across the South West and wider UK, this highly respected consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused, pragmatic planning advice across a diverse portfolio of projects. Their work spans residential, commercial, rural and regeneration schemes, supporting clients from initial site appraisal through to securing planning permission and beyond.
The Opportunity
This is a key hire within a collaborative and expanding team, offering the chance to take ownership of projects while contributing to the continued growth of the business.
You will:
- Lead and manage a variety of planning projects from inception to determination
- Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation
- Provide clear, commercially minded planning advice to clients
- Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams
- Support junior team members and contribute to their development
- Play a role in client relationship management and business development
The role offers exposure to a broad mix of work, from strategic land promotion through to detailed applications and regeneration schemes, reflecting the consultancy's wide-ranging client base.
About You
- MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
- Proven experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
- Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and processes
- Confident project management and client-facing skills
- Commercially aware with a solutions-focused mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Why Apply?
- Join a well-established consultancy with a strong reputation for securing successful planning outcomes
- Work within a personable, collaborative team that values integrity, innovation, and high-quality advice
- Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio across multiple sectors
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
- Flexible working and a supportive, professional culture
The business prides itself on its hands-on approach, strong client relationships, and consistent track record of delivering results across complex planning challenges.
Interested?
If you're a driven planner looking to step into a senior role with greater responsibility and career progression, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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