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Senior Town Planner Expired

JJ231C_1746699445

Penguin Recruitment

£40000 - £55000 per annum

Birmingham

Environment

Permanent | Full Time

ASAP

08/05/2025

29/05/2025

Senior Planner - Leading Global Real Estate Consultancy

Location: Birmingham - Colmore Square

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading real estate consultancies to recruit a Senior Planner to join their expanding Planning & Development team in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a globally recognised business with over 50,000 employees operating in 400+ offices across 60 countries, offering market-leading services in property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, and valuation.

This role sits within the Midlands and Southwest Land Development and Planning team, with direct involvement in shaping planning and development strategies across the region. The Birmingham team is one of four UK planning hubs and plays an integral role in the firm's 100-strong national strategic advisory team.

The Opportunity

You'll work closely with Partners and clients, playing a key role in the delivery of complex planning projects across the Midlands and Southwest. Whether you're an established Senior Planner or a Planning Consultant ready for the next step, this is a chance to join a collaborative and high-performing team where your contribution is valued.

This consultancy offers:

* Clear pathways for career progression

* An office mentor scheme and professional development support

* Access to extensive internal networks and industry insight

* A collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment

* A competitive salary, car allowance, and performance-based bonus

Key Responsibilities

* Support and deliver a growth strategy for the Birmingham planning business

* Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients, including major government bodies such as the Ministry of Justice

* Identify and secure new business opportunities

* Work collaboratively with other teams across the UK and globally to offer integrated real estate solutions

* Lead project delivery and support junior team members through coaching and delegation

About You

You're proactive, commercially astute, and passionate about planning. You'll bring:

* Experience in general planning, with technical strength across relevant sectors

* MRTPI qualification and ideally 3+ years' post-qualification experience

* Strong understanding of the Midlands planning landscape

* Excellent communication and report writing skills

* A track record of developing and maintaining client relationships

* Experience delivering high-quality planning advice in a fast-paced consultancy environment

Interested?