Location
Preston
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
05/05/2026
Closing date
26/05/2026
Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Preston
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected multidisciplinary team delivering a broad range of planning projects across sectors including healthcare, heritage, retail, manufacturing, leisure, and public sector developments. The company has built a strong reputation nationally for securing successful planning outcomes and providing commercially focused advice to a diverse client base.
The successful candidate will gain exposure to a varied workload including planning applications, appeals, change of use projects, strategic planning work, and client-facing consultancy responsibilities. The role offers excellent mentoring and long-term progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Requirements
* Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* Minimum 1 year of planning experience within the private or public sector
* Strong report writing and communication skills
* Knowledge of the UK planning system
* MRTPI or working towards chartership desirable
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Strong professional development support
* Opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile projects
* Supportive team culture with clear progression opportunities
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career with a consultancy that continues to grow across the UK planning sector.
Interested?