Permanent
Senior Town Planner
Penguin Recruitment
Maidstone
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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