Senior Town Planner

Senior Town Planner - Winchester
Location: Winchester (hybrid working)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits
Employer: Independent Planning Consultancy (confidential)

Are you an ambitious Town Planner ready to step up, or an established Senior Town Planner seeking a new challenge within a respected and growing consultancy?

We are working with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy known for its strong reputation across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Due to continued success and expansion, they are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their Winchester office.

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to:

Take ownership of your own projects across a varied and interesting workload
Work as part of a collaborative, knowledgeable and supportive consultancy team
Gain exposure to both private and public sector clients
Progress your career with clear development pathways and tailored supportThe Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will:

Manage a portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination
Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals and supporting statements
Provide planning advice to clients, stakeholders and external partners
Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development
Support and mentor junior colleagues within the teamAbout You

We would be keen to speak with applicants who have:

MRTPI status or are very close to achieving chartership
Planning experience within consultancy or a relevant role in local authority
Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills
The ability to manage multiple projects and work confidently with clients
A positive and proactive approach to delivering high-quality planning workWhat's on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid working flexibility and a positive team culture
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Opportunity to work on high-quality, locally significant and diverse projects

If you are a Senior Town Planner, or a Town Planner ready to take the next step, and would like to join a well-respected consultancy in Winchester, please contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed