Overview

An established and award-winning planning consultancy is seeking a talented Senior Town Planner to join its successful Reading team. This is a rare opportunity to work with a highly respected practice known for delivering commercially focused, creative planning solutions for a diverse client base. The role is ideal for an ambitious planner who wants to accelerate their career while contributing to high-profile projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and site promotion work across a variety of sectors.
• Provide expert planning advice to developers, landowners, and institutional clients.
• Represent clients in meetings with local authorities, stakeholders, and community groups.
• Prepare high-quality reports, statements, and supporting documents.
• Take ownership of projects and build trusted client relationships.
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to the growth of the Reading office.

Candidate Profile

• Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI), or working towards accreditation.
• Strong professional experience in town planning, ideally within consultancy (local authority experience also considered).
• Excellent knowledge of UK planning legislation, local plan processes, and development management.
• Skilled communicator, confident in advising clients and representing projects at meetings and hearings.
• Commercially aware, proactive, and motivated to deliver results.
• A strong team player with the ambition to develop into a leadership role.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to major development projects and long-term clients.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression, with a clear route to Associate level and beyond.
• A supportive, collaborative culture with access to experienced mentors and national expertise.

How to Apply

If you are a driven planner seeking to progress your career within a leading consultancy, please submit your CV for consideration to neil.ellerton@penguinrecruitment.co.uk. Alternatively you can call 01792 365 108