Senior Town Planner - Penguin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

The Company

The client, a Rural Planning and Design Firm who specialises in Planning, Rural Architecture and Town and Country Planning, is looking for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join the team in Taunton. The team brings extensive experience and offers specialized rural services to a diverse range of clients, including farmers, rural estate owners, equestrian businesses, and tourism entrepreneurs.

The Position as a Senior Town Planner

• Conducting site visits and attending client meetings across Southern England, offering direct advice on planning processes and procedures to both retained and prospective clients.
• Preparing site appraisals, planning reports, and feasibility studies.
• Participating in sales activities, supporting the team with sales efforts, and assisting in the preparation of business proposals, formal quotations, and development options.

What is on offer for a Senior Town Planner?

• Attractive salary.
• Training and career development.
• A flexible benefits programme provided.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Increased annual leave entitlement with length of service.
• Flexible working schedule - office based, Hybrid and Remote roles.
• Excellent reputation in the market as being a good employer.
• Access to mental health support and professional financial advice.

Essential Criteria for the candidate as a Senior Town Planner

• RTPI accredited town planning degree or relevant
• MRTPI is desirable
• Previous relevant consultancy experience in Development Management- Particularly in rural matters.
• Have good communication and an enthusiastic mentality
• Ability to work in a fast-faced environment

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable Senior Town Planners ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany on or at . We have many more vacancies available on our website at www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk.

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.