About the Role
<p data-start="138" data-end="329"><strong data-start="138" data-end="184">Senior / Principal Town Planner – Midlands</strong><br data-start="184" data-end="187" /> <strong data-start="187" data-end="200">Location:</strong> Midlands (hybrid working)<br data-start="226" data-end="229" /> <strong data-start="229" data-end="240">Salary:</strong> Competitive + excellent benefits<br data-start="273" data-end="276" /> <strong data-start="276" data-end="287">Sector:</strong> Town Planning | Development Consultancy</p>
<p data-start="331" data-end="781">Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? We’re working with a respected national planning and development consultancy with an established reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially astute planning advice across a broad range of sectors. Due to continued growth, their Midlands team is looking to appoint a <strong data-start="686" data-end="717">Senior or Principal Planner</strong> to join their supportive and collaborative planning division.</p>
<p data-start="783" data-end="1138"><strong data-start="783" data-end="803">The Opportunity:</strong><br data-start="803" data-end="806" /> You’ll be part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working on a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments. The role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your professional skills while playing a key role in shaping planning strategy and client relationships across the region.</p>
<p data-start="1140" data-end="1167"><strong data-start="1140" data-end="1165">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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<p data-start="1170" data-end="1236">Manage and deliver a range of planning applications and appeals.</p>
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<p data-start="1239" data-end="1313">Provide expert advice to clients across both private and public sectors.</p>
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<p data-start="1316" data-end="1368">Lead on projects with autonomy and accountability.</p>
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<p data-start="1371" data-end="1460">Mentor junior team members and contribute to the ongoing growth of the Midlands office.</p>
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<p data-start="1463" data-end="1556">Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, developers, and landowners.</p>
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<p data-start="1558" data-end="1574"><strong data-start="1558" data-end="1572">About You:</strong></p>
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<p data-start="1577" data-end="1611">MRTPI qualified (or equivalent).</p>
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<p data-start="1614" data-end="1715">Strong consultancy or local authority experience, ideally with a focus on development-led planning.</p>
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<p data-start="1718" data-end="1770">Excellent communication and report-writing skills.</p>
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<p data-start="1773" data-end="1863">A proactive and collaborative approach, with the confidence to lead client interactions.</p>
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<p data-start="1865" data-end="1976"><strong data-start="1865" data-end="1879">Why Apply?</strong><br data-start="1879" data-end="1882" /> This is a great opportunity to join a progressive, employee-focused consultancy that offers:</p>
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<p data-start="1979" data-end="2019">A flexible and hybrid working culture.</p>
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<p data-start="2022" data-end="2102">Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing national business.</p>
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<p data-start="2105" data-end="2177">A strong reputation for quality work and trusted client relationships.</p>
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<p data-start="2180" data-end="2252">Competitive salary, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package.</p>
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<p data-start="2254" data-end="2371">If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be valued, challenged, and supported to grow, we’d love to hear from you.</p>
<p data-start="2373" data-end="2476"><strong data-start="2373" data-end="2402">To apply or find out more</strong>, please contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment in confidence on 01792 365 108</p>
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