Chartered Senior Planner

Chartered Senior Planner - Gatwick

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Chartered Senior Planner to join their Gatwick office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner to play a key role in delivering a wide range of planning projects across the South East.

The Role
As a Chartered Senior Planner, you will be working on an exciting variety of projects spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You''ll take ownership of client relationships, manage planning applications, and provide expert planning advice to a diverse portfolio of clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, submitting, and managing complex planning applications and appeals.

• Advising clients on planning strategy and policy.

• Leading on projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.

• Managing stakeholder engagement, including local authorities, developers, and community groups.

• Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the growth of the Gatwick team.

About You
The successful candidate will bring:

• MRTPI Chartered Membership (essential).

• 4-6 years'' experience within planning consultancy or a local authority setting.

• Strong track record in managing and delivering planning projects.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence in client-facing roles.

• A collaborative approach and a passion for achieving positive planning outcomes.

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• The chance to join a highly regarded consultancy with an excellent reputation in the planning sector.

• A supportive environment where your professional development and career progression will be encouraged.

• Involvement in a wide variety of projects with high-profile clients across the South East.

If you are interested in this Chartered Senior Planner role, please contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)