Sheffield
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
06/08/2025
27/08/2025
Town Planner
Location: Sheffield or Leeds
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading independent planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their growing team in either their Leeds or Sheffield office.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of projects across the residential, commercial, leisure, and mixed-use sectors - both urban and rural - with one of the region's most respected planning consultancies.
The Role:
As a Town Planner, you will assist in managing client projects from initial site appraisals through to application and appeal stages. You will work alongside a talented team of planning professionals and play an active role in preparing planning statements, co-ordinating applications, and liaising with clients and local authorities.
What We're Looking For:
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A degree in Town Planning or related subject
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At least 12 months' experience within planning (private or public sector)
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Working towards or recently achieved RTPI accreditation
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Strong report writing, communication, and organisational skills
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Knowledge of the planning system and development management process
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A proactive attitude and desire to progress in consultancy
What's on Offer:
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Competitive salary depending on experience
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Support with RTPI chartership
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Flexible working arrangements
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Exposure to high-quality projects across a variety of sectors
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A supportive and collaborative working environment with excellent career progression opportunities
Whether you're currently in the public or private sector, this is a great opportunity for a driven planner looking to grow their career with a highly regarded consultancy.