Colchester
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
30/06/2025
21/07/2025
Senior Town Planner
Location: Colchester
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful and expanding planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their highly regarded Planning team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role within a collaborative and supportive environment, where your input will shape projects across a broad mix of residential, rural, and mixed-use developments. The company offers excellent career progression and encourages ongoing professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications and appeals
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Carry out site appraisals and deliver strategic planning advice to clients
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Work across a variety of development types, including residential and rural schemes
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Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and the public throughout the planning process
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Stay current with UK planning policy and legislative changes
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Support junior team members and contribute to team-wide success
About You:
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Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or related field. MRTPI qualified or working towards
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Experience: Experience in planning, with consultancy or local authority background
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Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and local policy frameworks
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Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, time management, and teamwork
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Attributes: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and keen to grow within a supportive team
Why Join?
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Generous salary and benefits package
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Flexible working arrangements and strong work-life balance
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Commitment to professional development and ongoing training
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Work on diverse and interesting projects across multiple sectors
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Friendly, down-to-earth office environment with a strong team culture
This is an exciting role with real scope for long-term career growth.