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Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment
Maidstone
money-bag £35000 - £45000/annum
Posted: 22 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 21 November 2026
Ref: 225753657

TOWN PLANNER / SENIOR TOWN PLANNER

Location: Kent
Salary: -35,00045,000, depending on experience

An established planning consultancy in Kent is looking to expand its team with a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to take the next step in their career, work on a varied portfolio of development projects and develop their expertise within a supportive consultancy environment.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary of -35,00045,000, depending on experience
  • Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning and development projects
  • Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Exposure to residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes
  • Opportunity to build strong relationships with clients, developers and local planning authorities
  • Increased responsibility and project ownership for experienced candidates

REQUIREMENTS

  • A degree in Town Planning or a relevant discipline.
  • MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership.
  • Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority.
  • Good knowledge of UK planning legislation, policy and development management.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Confidence liaising with clients, consultants and local planning authorities.
  • A proactive approach with a genuine interest in property and development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Preparing and managing planning applications for a variety of development projects.
  • Producing planning statements, reports and supporting planning documentation.
  • Advising clients on planning policy, development potential and application strategies.
  • Liaising with local planning authorities, developers, architects and other stakeholders.
  • Monitoring applications and managing projects throughout the planning process.
  • Undertaking planning policy research and assessing development proposals.
  • Supporting the delivery of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
  • For Senior Town Planner candidates, taking greater ownership of projects, managing client relationships and supporting junior team members.

HOW TO APPLY

If you''re a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner looking for your next opportunity in Kent, or know someone who could be a great fit, I''d love to hear from you.

Send your CV to:
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