Chartered Town Planner - #2105984

Job Title: Chartered Town Planner

Location: Birmingham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded independent planning and architecture consultancy in their search for a Chartered Town Planner.

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary practice, providing expert planning, architecture, and masterplanning services to a diverse client base including developers, landowners, businesses, and the public sector. With offices in the Midlands and London, they are involved in a wide variety of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments nationwide.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are now seeking an MRTPI-qualified Town Planner to join their dynamic and collaborative team.

The Role

You will take a leading role across a broad range of planning projects, working from initial appraisal through to determination and beyond. Responsibilities are likely to include:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of planning applications and appeals
• Preparing high-quality planning statements and supporting documentation
• Liaising with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders
• Supporting business development and identifying new opportunities
• Representing clients at committees, hearings, and inquiries

You will have the opportunity to work on a wide mix of schemes across both urban and rural environments, including sensitive and Green Belt sites, gaining exposure to projects from inception through to delivery.

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
• Demonstrable experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• A proactive, team-oriented approach

Why Apply?

• Join a respected, independent consultancy with a strong reputation in the market
• Work on varied and high-quality projects across multiple sectors
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team environment
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive remuneration package

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Chartered Town Planner looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking and growing consultancy.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or