Senior Town Planner

Colden Common, Hampshire
Penguin Recruitment

Senior Town Planner – Winchester
Location: Winchester (hybrid working)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits
Employer: Independent Planning Consultancy (confidential)

Are you an ambitious Town Planner ready to step up, or an established Senior Town Planner seeking a new challenge within a respected and growing consultancy?

We are working with a highly regarded, independent planning consultancy known for its strong reputation across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Due to continued success and expansion, they are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their Winchester office.

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to:

• Take ownership of your own projects across a varied and interesting workload
• Work as part of a collaborative, knowledgeable and supportive consultancy team
• Gain exposure to both private and public sector clients
• Progress your career with clear development pathways and tailored support

The Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will:

• Manage a portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination
• Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals and supporting statements
• Provide planning advice to clients, stakeholders and external partners
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development
• Support and mentor junior colleagues within the team

About You

We would be keen to speak with applicants who have:

• MRTPI status or are very close to achieving chartership
• Planning experience within consultancy or a relevant role in local authority
• Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects and work confidently with clients
• A positive and proactive approach to delivering high-quality planning work

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working flexibility and a positive team culture
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work on high-quality, locally significant and diverse projects

If you are a Senior Town Planner, or a Town Planner ready to take the next step, and would like to join a well-respected consultancy in Winchester, please contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) for a confidential discussion.