Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
05/08/2026
Closing date
26/08/2026
Job Title: Senior Planner
Location: Newcastle
Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading planning and environmental consultancy with the appointment of a Senior Planner to join their growing Newcastle team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planner with 3+ years' consultancy experience who is looking to take the next step in their career, work on a diverse range of exciting projects, and develop their professional expertise within an established and supportive team.
The Role
The successful Senior Planner will work across a varied portfolio of public and private sector projects, providing planning advice and supporting clients in securing planning permissions for a range of development schemes.
You will have the opportunity to work across sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, education, retail, energy, leisure, employment and major infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing a diverse portfolio of planning projects and clients.
* Providing high-quality planning advice throughout the development process.
* Preparing and submitting planning applications.
* Liaising with clients, local authorities, stakeholders and communities.
* Supporting projects across areas including renewable energy, environmental, marine and major infrastructure.
* Contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and wider environmental projects.
* Managing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
* Keeping up to date with changes to planning legislation, policy and best practice.
* Supporting and mentoring more junior members of the team.
* Building strong relationships with clients and helping to develop new opportunities.
About You:
* A relevant degree in Planning or a related discipline.
* At least 3 years' experience within planning, ideally gained within a consultancy environment.
* Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant legislation.
* Experience managing planning applications and projects from inception to completion.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong organisational and project management abilities.
* A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
* RTPI Chartered or working towards Chartered status would be advantageous.
* Experience within EIA, environmental planning, renewable energy or major infrastructure would be desirable.
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
* Support towards professional qualifications and membership fees.
* Contributory pension.
* Private healthcare and life insurance.
* 33 days annual leave including public holidays.
* Annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme.
* Bonus and loyalty schemes.
* Qualifications awards and further career development opportunities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to join a growing consultancy with a strong pipeline of work and genuine opportunities for progression.
Interested?