DESIblitz Job: Senior Town Planner

Senior Town Planner

Permanent Essex
£35000 - £45000/annum
19/10/2026

Penguin Recruitment

Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Essex (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

A well-established and growing property development and planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their expanding team in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planning professional to work on a diverse portfolio of residential and mixed-use development projects across the South East.

Working as part of a collaborative and experienced team, you will play a key role in managing planning applications, providing strategic planning advice, and supporting clients through the development process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation

  • Provide clear and commercially focused planning advice to clients

  • Manage planning projects from early feasibility through to determination

  • Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants, and stakeholders

  • Undertake site appraisals and planning research

  • Assist with planning strategies for residential and mixed-use developments

  • Monitor planning policy and legislative changes

About You

  • Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

  • Working towards or already MRTPI qualified (or equivalent)

  • Previous experience within a planning consultancy, developer, or local authority

  • Strong report writing and communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

  • A proactive and commercially minded approach

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary depending on experience

  • Hybrid working and flexible arrangements

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile development projects

  • Support with professional development and RTPI progression

  • Friendly, collaborative team environment

  • Clear opportunities for career progression

This role would suit an Assistant Planner, Planner, or Senior Planner looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and growing consultancy environment.

For a confidential discussion or to learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch.

Please Note
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Posted 1 week ago