Town Planner

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
  • Nov 05, 2025
Full time Executive

Job Description

Town Planner
Location: Nottingham

Are you a motivated Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected private planning consultancy with over 40 years of experience, a strong local reputation and an exciting growth plan for the future.

Based in Nottingham, the team is known for delivering high-quality planning advice across a wide range of development sectors. You will be supported by experienced seniors and directors while being encouraged to develop your own portfolio of clients and projects.

The Role

You will work closely with colleagues and clients to deliver successful planning projects. This position offers a varied workload and excellent opportunities to learn, progress and build your expertise in both development management and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing planning advice to clients across different sectors
    Assisting with or managing planning applications and appeals
    Preparing planning statements, appraisals and supporting reports
    Coordinating consultant input and liaising with local authorities
    Supporting Local Plan representations and public consultation work
    Maintaining a strong understanding of planning policy and legislation

About You

  • RTPI accredited or working towards Chartered status
    Around 1-3 years of post-graduate planning experience
    Experience within a consultancy or local authority setting
    Strong communication and report-writing skills
    Eager to learn, progress and take on responsibility
    A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage allowance provided)

Why Apply?

  • Flexible working opportunities within a supportive team
    Clear career progression with structured development
    Competitive salary and benefits package
    Opportunity to work with an established and respected consultancy contributing to high-quality local development

If you are looking to grow your planning career with a supportive and ambitious consultancy, this could be the perfect move for you.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)