Location
Cardiff
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
14/10/2025
Closing date
04/11/2025
Senior Town Planner
Location: Cardiff
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading national property consultancy on the appointment of a Senior Town Planner to join their growing Planning team in Cardiff.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take the next step in their career, working within a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment on a diverse range of high profile projects across the South West and Wales.
Why Join This Firm?
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Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
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Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, generous pension, and holiday allowance
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Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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Exposure to a wide range of residential, commercial, and mixed use developments
The Role:
As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in supporting and leading on a variety of planning projects, including:
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Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
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Delivering high-quality planning advice to clients across multiple sectors
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Managing projects from inception through to consent, ensuring timely and efficient delivery
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Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients to secure successful outcomes
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Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
About You:
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MRTPI qualified, or actively working towards chartership
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Minimum of 3 years' experience within consultancy or local authority
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Strong understanding of UK planning policy and legislation
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Excellent communication, report-writing, and project management skills
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Commercially aware, proactive, and client-focused
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Confident working independently as well as part of a collaborative team
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to join a well-respected and forward-thinking consultancy where progression and professional development are actively encouraged.
If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.