Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well-established, multi-disciplinary property consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team in Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take the next step in their career within a respected consultancy environment, working across a varied portfolio of projects including residential, rural, commercial, and strategic land developments.

You will play a key role in managing planning applications from inception through to determination, providing clear and commercially focused planning advice to a wide range of clients including landowners, developers, and private individuals.

• Managing a range of planning applications and appeals

• Preparing planning appraisals and development strategies

• Undertaking detailed planning policy analysis

• Preparing Planning Statements, Design & Access Statements, and supporting documentation

• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders

• Attending site visits, client meetings, and planning committees where required

• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team

• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards Chartership)

• Previous experience within a private consultancy or local authority environment

• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and development management

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

• Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach

• Competitive salary

• Hybrid working

• Pension scheme

• Professional fees paid

• Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities

• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio

If you're a Senior Town Planner looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy offering genuine progression and project variety, we would be keen to hear from you.

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