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Senior Town Planner

Job reference

165816_1781461453

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£35000 - £45000 per annum

Location

Stratford-upon-Avon

Industry sector

Building, Construction

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

14/06/2026

Closing date

05/07/2026

Senior Town Planner - Stratford

Location: Stratford (West Midlands)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Hybrid Working

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced and commercially-minded planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? A reputable multidisciplinary planning and development consultancy - delivering strategic planning solutions across a wide range of sectors and scales - is looking for a Senior Town Planner to join their Stratford team.

About the Opportunity

This role offers a chance to lead and manage planning projects from concept through to consent, working collaboratively with clients, local authorities and technical specialists. You'll be part of a supportive and ambitious team working on planning applications, land promotions and strategic development proposals across residential, mixed-use and regeneration schemes.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide expert planning advice on the development potential of land and buildings

* Lead the preparation and management of planning applications and related submissions

* Conduct planning policy research and draft representations for consultations and examinations

* Develop and maintain strong client relationships

* Identify land and development opportunities and contribute to wider business growth

* Support or lead work on planning obligations, condition discharges, appeals and inquiries as required

About You

* Relevant planning qualification (Town Planning, Urban Planning or similar)

* Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or working toward chartership

* Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail

* Ability to manage projects and priorities in a fast-paced consultancy environment

* Commercial awareness and the confidence to engage with clients and stakeholders

Why This Role?

You'll join an expanding planning team within a respected consultancy known for delivering commercial, pragmatic and innovative planning advice. The role provides excellent exposure to varied project types, client sectors and the opportunity to influence outcomes from early-stage strategy to decision and delivery - all while developing your own professional profile and career progression.

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary with benefits package

* Support for professional development and chartership progression

* Hybrid working model with flexibility between office and remote working

* A collaborative team environment with exposure to high-profile projects

* Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the direction of the local planning practice

Interested?