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Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Chester, Cheshire CH4 9RE, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Chester-based company is seeking a motivated Senior Town Planner to join their team, specializing in various sectors including Rural, Residential, and Infrastructure.
  • The position offers an attractive salary with discretionary bonuses and includes benefits such as APC support, a contributory pension, and personal healthcare.
  • The Senior Town Planner will lead and manage planning projects, prepare planning applications, and mentor junior planners.
  • Candidates must have a degree or higher with chartered status from RTPI and proven experience in managing complex planning projects.
  • The company values a proactive and professional approach, and the role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

The Company

My client, the widest range of Land and Property services in the UK, is looking for a motivated Senior Town Planner to join the Chester-based team! The client works on exciting projects across the entire UK and specialises in Rural, Residential, Commercial, Utilities, and Infrastructure sectors.

Benefits of a Senior Town Planner

  • Attractive salary with discretionary bonuses.
  • A contemporary working environment in an excellent location.
  • APC support.
  • Contributory pension.
  • Personal healthcare plan and life insurance.
  • Additional leave purchase and buy-back scheme.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Training - a fantastic opportunity to learn and for career progression.
  • A friendly, open, and caring culture.
  • Regular social events.

The Position of a Senior Town Planner

  • Lead and manage a portfolio of planning projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
  • Prepare and review planning applications, planning statements, and supporting documentation.
  • Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Mentor and guide junior planners, providing support and fostering their professional development.
  • Stay abreast of relevant legislation, policy changes, and best practices in the field of town planning.

Essential Criteria for the Senior Town Planner

  • Degree or higher in relevant subject with chartered status with RTPI
  • Proven experience in managing and delivering complex planning projects, with a strong understanding of UK planning regulations and policies.
  • A highly motivated commercial approach, with the ability to work as part of and lead a team.
  • Have strong research, analytical skills, and reporting skills.
  • Be a proactive and professional individual.

Interested?!

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable Graduate Town Planners ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany a or at .

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.