About the Role
<p data-start="0" data-end="55"><strong data-start="0" data-end="27">Job Title: Town Planner</strong><br data-start="27" data-end="30" /> <strong data-start="30" data-end="53">Location: Braintree</strong></p>
<p data-start="57" data-end="211">Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a <strong data-start="162" data-end="178">Town Planner</strong> to join their team in Braintree.</p>
<p data-start="213" data-end="534">This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced <strong data-start="265" data-end="281">Town Planner</strong> to join a growing consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality planning advice and managing projects.</p>
<hr data-start="536" data-end="539" />
<p data-start="541" data-end="553"><strong data-start="541" data-end="553">THE ROLE</strong></p>
<p data-start="555" data-end="698">As a Town Planner, you will take responsibility for delivering planning projects from initial strategy through to submission and determination.</p>
<p data-start="700" data-end="930">You will manage client relationships, provide expert planning advice, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects, further developing your career as a <strong data-start="861" data-end="877">Town Planner</strong> within a collaborative and professional environment.</p>
<hr data-start="932" data-end="935" />
<p data-start="937" data-end="961"><strong data-start="937" data-end="961">KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
<p data-start="963" data-end="1455">* Leading and managing planning applications and projects<br data-start="1020" data-end="1023" /> * Providing expert planning advice to clients<br data-start="1068" data-end="1071" /> * Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and documentation<br data-start="1144" data-end="1147" /> * Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact<br data-start="1215" data-end="1218" /> * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders<br data-start="1281" data-end="1284" /> * Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations<br data-start="1336" data-end="1339" /> * Supporting junior team members where required<br data-start="1386" data-end="1389" /> * Contributing to business development and networking activities</p>
<hr data-start="1457" data-end="1460" />
<p data-start="1462" data-end="1488"><strong data-start="1462" data-end="1488">WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR</strong></p>
<p data-start="1490" data-end="1887">* MRTPI qualified (Chartered Town Planner) – essential<br data-start="1544" data-end="1547" /> * RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline<br data-start="1610" data-end="1613" /> * Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment<br data-start="1685" data-end="1688" /> * Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system<br data-start="1735" data-end="1738" /> * Strong communication and client-facing skills<br data-start="1785" data-end="1788" /> * Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines<br data-start="1837" data-end="1840" /> * A proactive and commercially aware approach</p>
<hr data-start="1889" data-end="1892" />
<p data-start="1894" data-end="1913"><strong data-start="1894" data-end="1913">WHAT’S ON OFFER</strong></p>
<p data-start="1915" data-end="2161">* Competitive salary and benefits package<br data-start="1956" data-end="1959" /> * Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects<br data-start="2017" data-end="2020" /> * Supportive and collaborative team environment<br data-start="2067" data-end="2070" /> * Clear progression opportunities<br data-start="2103" data-end="2106" /> * Ongoing professional development and career support</p>
<hr data-start="2163" data-end="2166" />
<p data-start="2168" data-end="2266" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="2168" data-end="2266" data-is-last-node="">Interested? Contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="2229" data-end="2264">joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk</a></strong></p>
<p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9lbEJsYW5kLjIxNTczLjExMzA5QHBlbmd1aW5yZWNydWl0bWVudC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif"></p>