Senior Planner in Reading, Berkshire
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Senior Planner
Location: Reading
Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting an independent and forward-thinking planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their growing team in Reading.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a key role within a dynamic consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects.
The Role
As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for managing projects from initial appraisal through to determination, providing clear, strategic, and commercially focused planning advice to a range of clients.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and leading planning applications and appeals
Preparing planning appraisals and development strategies
Drafting high-quality Planning Statements and supporting reports
Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
Attending client meetings and site visits
Supporting junior team members where required
Contributing to business development initiatives
Candidate Requirements
Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
MRTPI qualified (or working towards Chartership)
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
Experience within a consultancy or local authority setting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid working flexibility
Support for continued professional development
Opportunity to work on a varied and high-quality project portfolio
Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to join an ambitious consultancy where you can play a meaningful role in shaping development projects and progressing your career.
If you are interested in this opportunity, feel free to call on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed)
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- Location:
- Reading
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Planner, Senior, Planning