Senior Town Planner
CV-LibraryWareham, DorsetpermanentPosted: 8 April 2026
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Location: Dorset
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team in Dorset.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to take on a key role within a dynamic consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play an important part in both project delivery and client management.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on a range of planning projects from initial strategy through to submission and determination.
You will take ownership of projects, manage client relationships, and support junior team members, developing your leadership skills and further establishing yourself as a Senior Town Planner within a collaborative environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and projects
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients
* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and documentation
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior planners
* Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system
* Strong communication and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines
* A proactive and commercially aware approach
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities
* Ongoing professional development and career support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at
Location: Dorset
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team in Dorset.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to take on a key role within a dynamic consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play an important part in both project delivery and client management.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on a range of planning projects from initial strategy through to submission and determination.
You will take ownership of projects, manage client relationships, and support junior team members, developing your leadership skills and further establishing yourself as a Senior Town Planner within a collaborative environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and projects
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients
* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and documentation
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior planners
* Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system
* Strong communication and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines
* A proactive and commercially aware approach
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities
* Ongoing professional development and career support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at