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Town Planner | Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR1 2QT, England

Salary

£30,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Planner or Senior Planner position is located in Preston and involves working on diverse projects for both public and private sector clients.
  • Candidates should have experience in preparing and submitting planning applications, and MRTPI chartership is preferred.
  • The role requires managing all stages of planning work, conducting appraisals, and developing client relationships.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, annual reviews, private healthcare, and a pension scheme with a 5% contribution.
  • Flexibility is provided with a full-time role of a minimum of 37.5 hours per week and a structured CPD program for career development.

Planner or Senior Planner
Location: Preston

About the Role

As a Planner or Senior Planner, you'll work across multidisciplinary teams on diverse and exciting projects for public and private sector clients. From private landowners and local businesses to developers and public sector bodies, the client portfolio offers incredible variety and growth opportunities.

You'll deliver tailored advice and guidance on planning matters across multiple sectors, working with solicitors, architects, accountants, and other property professionals to help shape impactful developments.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Managing all stages of planning work, including preparing and submitting proposals, applications, appeals, and inquiries.
  • Conducting appraisals, providing planning policy advice, and responding to planning enquiries.
  • Taking ownership of projects, managing budgets, and developing client relationships.
  • Supporting clients with reliable, up-to-date knowledge of UK planning methods, legislation, and procedures.

About You

To thrive in this role, you should be:

  • MRTPI Chartered (or actively working towards chartership).
  • Experienced in preparing and submitting planning applications.
  • Confident in managing varied and concurrent projects with a proactive, "can-do" attitude.
  • A strong communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively within multi-skilled teams and with external stakeholders.
  • Commercially minded with a passion for delivering client-focused solutions.

Why Join Us?

  • Career Development: Structured CPD program to help you reach your full potential.
  • Flexibility: Full-time role with flexible working options (minimum 37.5 hours per week).
  • Competitive Package: Competitive salary with annual reviews, private healthcare, and a company pension scheme with a 5% contribution.
  • Professional Support: Annual coverage of your professional fees.
  • Collaborative Environment: A supportive, vibrant workplace with opportunities to expand your skill set and 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 email Jones@penguinrecruitment.co.ukor call (phone number removed).

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