Associate Town Planner

Job Title: Associate Town Planner

Location: Newcastle

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting the expansion of a leading planning consultancy with their new office in Newcastle.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Town Planner to join a growing planning consultancy at their new office in Newcastle. As part of this expansion, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a diverse range of planning services across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. This is an exciting chance to contribute to the development of a new office while working on high-profile projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a range of planning applications from inception through to approval.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients on development proposals, policy interpretation, and site viability.
• Prepare and submit planning applications, including supporting reports, statements, and presentations.
• Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients to ensure timely project delivery.
• Assist in business development activities and expanding the office's client base.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, offering guidance and support in their professional development.

About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A degree in Town Planning (or equivalent), with eligibility for MRTPI.
• Significant post-graduate experience in planning, ideally within the UK planning system.
• Proven experience in managing and delivering planning applications, with a strong understanding of local and national planning policies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment in a growing office.
• The chance to make a real impact on the development of the Newcastle office and its client base.

Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)