Job Description
Town Planner - Planning Consultancy (Cheltenham)
Location: Cheltenham
Contract: Permanent Full-time
Sector: Town Planning & Development Consultancy
An established and growing independent planning consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to join its Cheltenham-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to develop their career within a supportive, close-knit consultancy that works on a varied portfolio of projects across the South West and beyond.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning advice across a broad range of development projects, working closely with senior colleagues and clients. The role offers exposure to the full planning lifecycle and genuine scope for progression.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
- Producing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation
- Liaising with local authorities, consultees and stakeholders
- Supporting senior planners on appeals, site appraisals and development strategies
- Keeping up to date with planning policy and legislation
- Contributing positively to team collaboration and project delivery
About You
This role would suit a motivated planner at an early to mid-career stage who is keen to learn and progress within consultancy.
You are likely to have:
- A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
- Progress towards RTPI accreditation (or a strong desire to begin/continue this)
- Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority (preferred but not essential)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, organised and professional approach
Local authority or consultancy experience within development management or policy would be advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Support with RTPI accreditation and CPD
- Friendly, supportive working environment
- Exposure to a diverse range of planning projects
- Clear opportunities for career development and progression
- A stable and well-respected consultancy setting
Interested?
For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed)
All conversations will be treated in strict confidence.
