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Date Added: Wed 18/03/2026

Associate Town Planner

Cornwall, UK
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Company: PENGUIN RECRUITMENT LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 per annum

Associate Town Planner - Cornwall

Location: Cornwall (Hybrid Working Available)Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We're working with a well-established planning consultancy based in Cornwall that's looking to expand its dynamic team with an ambitious Associate Town Planner.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking practice with an impressive client portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You'll play a key role in shaping planning strategies, managing projects from inception through to delivery, and supporting the continued growth of the business.

The Role

As an Associate Town Planner, you will:

  • Lead on a variety of planning projects across Cornwall and the South West.

  • Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation.

  • Provide strategic planning advice to clients and stakeholders.

  • Liaise with local authorities, developers, and consultants to ensure smooth project delivery.

  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development activities.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

  • Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or working towards it).

  • A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.

  • A minimum of 4 years' professional planning experience, ideally within consultancy or local authority.

  • Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and local policies.

  • Excellent communication, report-writing, and project management skills.

  • A proactive, client-focused approach with a genuine passion for planning.

What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

  • Opportunities for professional growth and progression within a respected planning team.

  • Supportive and collaborative company culture.

If you're ready to take on a varied and rewarding role where your expertise will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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