Senior or Principal Town Planner

Location: Wiltshire (Hybrid Working Available)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to partner with a well-established and growing independent planning consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Town Planner to join their dynamic team in Wiltshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a respected firm renowned for delivering tailored planning advice across the residential, rural, and mixed-use sectors. If you are an experienced and motivated planning professional looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers the perfect platform to thrive in a supportive and flexible environment.

As a Senior or Principal Town Planner, you will play a pivotal role in managing a diverse portfolio of projects, from initial feasibility studies to planning applications, appeals, and inquiries. You will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership to deliver pragmatic and commercially sound planning solutions.

This position is ideal for a Senior Town Planner seeking career progression or an established Principal Town Planner looking for a collaborative and flexible workplace.

• Prepare and manage a variety of planning applications and appeals.
• Provide strategic and practical planning advice to clients across residential, rural, and mixed-use sectors.
• Conduct site assessments, policy reviews, and pre-application discussions.
• Represent clients at committee meetings, consultations, and appeals.
• Collaborate with internal and external consultants while supporting junior planners.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

• MRTPI qualified with relevant post-qualification experience as a Senior or Principal Town Planner.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the UK planning system and current policy landscape.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results within deadlines.
• Strong report writing, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Engage with clients to understand their objectives and provide tailored planning advice.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Conduct site visits and liaise with local authorities and stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Attend planning committees, public consultations, and appeal hearings as required.

• Competitive salary package tailored to your experience and expertise.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Exposure to a wide range of high-quality planning projects.
• A supportive and approachable team culture with a strong regional reputation.
• Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression and increased responsibility.

If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a forward-thinking consultancy, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment on or email to apply or learn more about this exciting opportunity.