Chartered Town Planner

Chartered Town Planner Location: Suffolk

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing independent planning consultancy based in Suffolk. Known for their commercially focused and pragmatic approach, this respected firm works closely with landowners, developers, and housebuilders to deliver high-quality planning solutions across East Anglia and beyond. Due to continued growth and project demand, they are now seeking a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) to join their collaborative and forward-thinking team.

• Lead on planning applications, appeals, and strategic site assessments.
• Provide expert advice on planning policy, land promotion, and development potential.
• Manage client relationships and represent them at committee meetings, hearings, and inquiries.
• Produce high-quality reports and planning documentation for submission.
• Support junior planners and contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice.

• MRTPI chartered with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong working knowledge of the English planning system, particularly in rural and regional contexts.
• Confident communicator with excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in either consultancy or local authority settings (or both).
• Based in or willing to relocate to Suffolk or surrounding areas. Hybrid and flexible working options available.

• Lead and manage planning projects.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.
• Conduct research and analysis.
• Prepare and present reports.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus.
• Flexible/hybrid working (typically 2-3 days from the office).
• Supportive and sociable team environment with clear career progression.
• Exposure to varied and meaningful planning projects across Suffolk and East Anglia.
• Professional development funding and RTPI CPD support.

If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on or email at