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Town Planner Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR4 0AS, England

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, with MRTPI Chartered status preferred or actively working towards it.
  • Key responsibilities include managing all stages of planning work, conducting appraisals, and developing client relationships.
  • The role offers a competitive salary with annual reviews, private healthcare, and a company pension scheme that includes a 5% contribution.
  • Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and demonstrate strong communication and project management skills.

Planner or Senior PlannerLocation: 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 or call .

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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.