Senior Town Planner
Posted on Jun 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£35k - £45k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Wallingford
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 Wallingford.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a growing consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and planning strategy while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive working environment.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead planning projects from initial site appraisal through to planning application submission, negotiation, and determination.
You will work closely with a broad range of private sector clients, providing strategic planning advice and helping to secure successful outcomes across a variety of development schemes. The role offers excellent project responsibility and the opportunity to further develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a respected consultancy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
* Undertaking site assessments and development feasibility studies
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
* Strong client exposure and project responsibility
* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Flexible working arrangements and excellent career prospects
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at
Location: Wallingford
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 Wallingford.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a growing consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and planning strategy while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive working environment.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead planning projects from initial site appraisal through to planning application submission, negotiation, and determination.
You will work closely with a broad range of private sector clients, providing strategic planning advice and helping to secure successful outcomes across a variety of development schemes. The role offers excellent project responsibility and the opportunity to further develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a respected consultancy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
* Undertaking site assessments and development feasibility studies
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
* Strong client exposure and project responsibility
* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Flexible working arrangements and excellent career prospects
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at
Reference: 225240109
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Senior Town Planner
Posted on Jun 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£35k - £45k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Wallingford
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 Wallingford.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a growing consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and planning strategy while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive working environment.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead planning projects from initial site appraisal through to planning application submission, negotiation, and determination.
You will work closely with a broad range of private sector clients, providing strategic planning advice and helping to secure successful outcomes across a variety of development schemes. The role offers excellent project responsibility and the opportunity to further develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a respected consultancy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
* Undertaking site assessments and development feasibility studies
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
* Strong client exposure and project responsibility
* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Flexible working arrangements and excellent career prospects
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at
Location: Wallingford
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 Wallingford.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a growing consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and planning strategy while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive working environment.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead planning projects from initial site appraisal through to planning application submission, negotiation, and determination.
You will work closely with a broad range of private sector clients, providing strategic planning advice and helping to secure successful outcomes across a variety of development schemes. The role offers excellent project responsibility and the opportunity to further develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a respected consultancy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing planning statements, appraisal reports, and supporting documentation
* Undertaking site assessments and development feasibility studies
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of sectors
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
* Strong client exposure and project responsibility
* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Flexible working arrangements and excellent career prospects
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at
Reference: 225240109
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