Town Planner
Location: Chilton

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established planning and architectural consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Chilton.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected, multi-disciplinary consultancy with decades of experience delivering high-quality planning and architectural services. The practice works across a diverse portfolio of projects, with a strong focus on high-end residential schemes alongside commercial, equestrian, and sporting developments across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will play a key role within a collaborative and supportive team, working on a variety of planning applications and development proposals while acting as a trusted point of contact for clients.

This position offers the opportunity to take on real responsibility, guiding clients through the planning process, providing clear and practical advice, and supporting the continued growth of the practice. It is an ideal role for a motivated planner looking to develop their career within a welcoming consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

Providing planning advice to clients across a range of development proposals

Preparing planning statements, reports, and supporting documentation

Undertaking site appraisals, desktop assessments, and site visits

Guiding clients through planning applications and development processes

Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and project stakeholders

Working alongside heritage specialists, barristers, and other consultants

Representing the practice at Planning Committees, Hearings, and Public Meetings

Keeping up to date with relevant planning policy and legislation

Candidate Requirements

RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

Chartered Member of the RTPI (or working towards chartership)

Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard planning tools

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance

Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Professional development and long-term career progression opportunities

Generous holiday allowance and additional benefits after qualifying period

Mileage reimbursement and pension scheme

Interested in this opportunity? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at