Aylesbury
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
11/07/2025
01/08/2025
Town Planner
Location: Chilton, Aylesbury
Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a well-regarded and growing planning and architectural consultancy based in Chilton, Buckinghamshire. Known for delivering creative and practical development solutions, this consultancy supports a diverse client base across the residential, rural, and commercial sectors. With a strong reputation across the South East and Midlands, they offer a hands-on, personalised approach to planning.
We are now recruiting for a Town Planner to join their close-knit and collaborative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic Town Planner looking to broaden their experience across a wide variety of projects, working alongside both planning and design professionals. As a Town Planner, you will be involved in all stages of the planning process-from initial appraisals to application submissions and appeal work.
The successful Town Planner will gain valuable exposure to projects ranging from small-scale infill developments to larger residential and mixed-use schemes, while benefiting from strong mentorship and a clear path to chartership (if not already achieved).
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and manage planning applications, planning statements, and appeals
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Conduct site assessments and planning policy research
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Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and consultants
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Work closely with architects and senior planners on development proposals
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Attend site visits, public consultations, and planning committees as required
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Support junior colleagues and contribute to team development
Requirements:
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RTPI-accredited degree and working towards chartership (or recently chartered)
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Experience in either the private or public sector
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Good understanding of UK planning regulations and local policy
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Organised, self-motivated, and commercially aware
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Full UK driving licence (or working towards one)
Why Apply for this Town Planner Role?
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Join a friendly, well-established consultancy with strong local knowledge
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Work on a broad range of rural and urban planning projects
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Benefit from hybrid working and flexible hours
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Supportive team with excellent mentoring and training opportunities
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Competitive salary with great progression potential