Senior Town Planner

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Town Planner

Location: Leicester

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Town Planner to join a dynamic multi-disciplinary practice in Leicester. This role is ideal for an ambitious planner who is eager to contribute to a wide range of projects and work closely with architects, designers, and clients to deliver successful planning outcomes.

The planning team is involved in diverse and high-profile projects across the Midlands and beyond, spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. With an integrated design and planning approach, this practice offers the chance to work in a truly collaborative environment where innovation and quality are at the heart of everything they do.

Chartered Town Planner - The Role:

• Lead on the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Provide professional planning advice to clients and colleagues across multiple sectors.
• Prepare high-quality reports, planning statements, and supporting documentation.
• Engage with local planning authorities, stakeholders, and community groups.
• Support junior colleagues through mentoring and guidance.
• Contribute to the growth of the planning service by developing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.

Chartered Town Planner - Requirements:

• MRTPI accredited Town Planner.
• 3-6 years' post-qualification experience, ideally within consultancy or multidisciplinary practice.
• Proven track record managing planning applications and appeals.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Collaborative approach with excellent communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with clients.

Chartered Town Planner - Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Clear routes for progression within a growing team.
• Opportunity to work on exciting, design-led projects alongside other professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Town Planner to develop their career in Leicester with a forward-thinking practice that combines planning expertise with award-winning design.

For more information, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed). Alternatively, email your CV to (url removed).