Town Planner

Location: Chilton, Aylesbury

Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a well-regarded and growing planning and architectural consultancy based in Chilton, Buckinghamshire. Known for delivering creative and practical development solutions, this consultancy supports a diverse client base across the residential, rural, and commercial sectors. With a strong reputation across the South East and Midlands, they offer a hands-on, personalised approach to planning.

We are now recruiting for a Town Planner to join their close-knit and collaborative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic Town Planner looking to broaden their experience across a wide variety of projects, working alongside both planning and design professionals. As a Town Planner, you will be involved in all stages of the planning process-from initial appraisals to application submissions and appeal work.

The successful Town Planner will gain valuable exposure to projects ranging from small-scale infill developments to larger residential and mixed-use schemes, while benefiting from strong mentorship and a clear path to chartership (if not already achieved).

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and manage planning applications, planning statements, and appeals

Conduct site assessments and planning policy research

Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and consultants

Work closely with architects and senior planners on development proposals

Attend site visits, public consultations, and planning committees as required

Support junior colleagues and contribute to team development

Requirements:

RTPI-accredited degree and working towards chartership (or recently chartered)

Experience in either the private or public sector

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good understanding of UK planning regulations and local policy

Organised, self-motivated, and commercially aware

Full UK driving licence (or working towards one)

Why Apply for this Town Planner Role?

Join a friendly, well-established consultancy with strong local knowledge

Work on a broad range of rural and urban planning projects

Benefit from hybrid working and flexible hours

Supportive team with excellent mentoring and training opportunities

Competitive salary with great progression potential

If you are interested in this Town Planner position, contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email