Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 17 days

Chorley, Lancashire PR7, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for a Town Planner in the Strategic Land Team located in Chorley, working with a leading housebuilder known for high-quality residential developments.
Candidates should have a Town Planning Degree and at least 1 year of experience in town planning, preferably in the residential sector.
Key responsibilities include identifying strategic land opportunities, preparing planning applications, and conducting site assessments.
The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders, along with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset.
A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, and interested candidates are encouraged to contact the hiring manager as soon as possible.

Town Planner

Location: Chorley

Position: Town Planner - Strategic Land Team

About the CompanyPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading housebuilder with a reputation for delivering high-quality homes and creating thriving communities. We are currently looking for a Town Planner to join the Strategic Land Team, playing a vital role in driving forward land acquisition and planning strategies for residential development.

The RoleAs a Town Planner, you will work closely with the Strategic Land Team to identify, promote, and secure prime land sites for residential development. You will be responsible for assisting with planning applications, conducting site assessments, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure smooth progression through the planning process.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in identifying and promoting strategic land opportunities for residential development
Support in preparing planning applications and liaising with local authorities
Conduct site appraisals and feasibility studies
Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, local councils, and other key stakeholders
Contribute to the development of land strategies to align with business growth objectives

What We're Looking For:

Town Planning Degree
1+ years' experience in town planning, ideally within the residential development sector
Strong understanding of the planning process, including land promotion and planning applications
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
A proactive, solutions-driven mindset and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
A genuine interest in creating sustainable, well-designed communities

Why Join?

Work on exciting, high-profile strategic land projects
Opportunity for career progression and professional development
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Competitive salary and benefits package

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or

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