Job Description
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded independent planning consultancy in its search for an Associate Town Planner or Director to join its expanding team.
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This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a senior role within a well-established consultancy that has built an excellent reputation for delivering expert planning advice across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, strategic land, mixed-use, and rural development projects.
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The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading projects, managing client relationships, and contributing to the strategic growth and direction of the business. This position offers genuine autonomy, a collaborative working culture, and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing consultancy.
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The Role:
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- Leading and managing a broad range of planning applications, appeals, and development projects.
- Providing strategic planning advice to a varied private sector client base.
- Managing key client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor.
- Identifying and securing new business opportunities and supporting the continued growth of the consultancy.
- Representing clients at meetings, hearings, and public consultations where required.
- Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level planning professionals.
- Contributing to the leadership and strategic direction of the business.
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Requirements:
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- MRTPI qualified with significant post-qualification experience.
- Proven experience within a planning consultancy environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
- Demonstrable experience in business development and winning new work.
- Leadership experience and the ability to manage and inspire teams.
- For Director-level candidates, an established network of contacts and a proven track record of generating business will be highly advantageous.
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What's on Offer:
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- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression and long-term development.
- A supportive, entrepreneurial, and collaborative working environment.
- The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future success of a highly respected consultancy.
- A varied and high-quality project portfolio across multiple sectors.
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This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Associate Town Planner or Director seeking a new challenge and the chance to make a significant impact within a thriving planning consultancy.
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Interested?
n The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or josh.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk
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