Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Senior Town Planner – Bedford
Location: Bedfordshire
Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
We are seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a well-established, multidisciplinary planning and development consultancy with a growing presence in the Bedford area. Our client provides specialist technical advice and project delivery support across planning, design, environmental and development services for public and private sector clients.
The planning team plays a central role in shaping key projects from initial feasibility through to submission and implementation, delivering solutions that address policy, environmental constraints and stakeholder requirements.
What You'll Do
As Senior Town Planner, you will:
- Lead planning strategy and development management work across a range of project types, including new site proposals, sensitive specialist developments and community infrastructure.
- Manage planning applications, negotiations with local authorities, appeal work and technical submissions.
- Provide expert planning advice, interpret policy, assess planning risk and propose mitigation strategies.
- Work collaboratively with design, environmental and technical teams to deliver holistic client solutions.
- Build and maintain client relationships while actively contributing to business development in the Bedford region.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Chartered status with the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or demonstrable eligibility for chartership.
- Significant experience working in planning consultancy or an equivalent advisory environment.
- Strong track record of leading planning submissions and engaging with local planning authorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a practical, solution-focused approach.
Why This Role
- Be part of a consultancy known for its technical expertise and meaningful projects that serve local communities.
- Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with clear opportunities for professional growth.
- Contribute to projects with tangible impact, from feasibility and policy advice to planning delivery and implementation.
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