Planner

Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Description

I’m currently working on behalf of a highly respected, design-led planning and development consultancy in London that is looking to appoint either a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join their growing team.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner who wants to work on high-quality, complex projects across London and the South East — within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

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The Opportunityn

You’ll be joining a well-established consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering planning strategy, development management, and regeneration advice across a diverse portfolio of projects.

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The role offers exposure to:

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    Major residential and mixed-use schemes

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    Urban regeneration projects

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    Commercial and strategic land developments

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    Appeals and planning strategy work

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    High-profile London-based sites

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Depending on your level, you’ll either be developing your project leadership skills or already leading client relationships and mentoring junior team members.

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About Youn

For Town Planner level:

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    MRTPI qualified (or working towards)

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    Experience within a consultancy or local authority

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    Strong report writing and project coordination skills

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    Confident communicator with clients and stakeholders

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For Senior Town Planner level:

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    MRTPI qualified

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    Proven experience managing planning applications and appeals

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    Strong client-facing and business development skills

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    Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff

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    Commercial awareness and strategic thinking

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Why This Role?n

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    Supportive, collaborative team culture

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    Genuine career progression opportunities

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    Exposure to complex and high-value projects

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    Competitive salary and benefits package

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    Central London office location

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    Hybrid working

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This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner who wants to accelerate their career in a respected consultancy environment where quality and professionalism are paramount.

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If you’d like to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please get in touch for further details.

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Posted: October 23rd, 2026