Senior Planner / Principal Planner / Associate Planner in Nottingham)

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Job Title: Senior / Principal / Associate Town Planner

Location: Nottingham | Hybrid Working (2-3 days in office)

Our client is seeking motivated, energetic planners who are keen to progress their careers within a supportive and empowering environment.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Private medical insurance and payment of relevant professional subscriptions
  • A culture built on trust, empowerment and professional development
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, including major residential and mixed-use urban extensions
  • Clear progression opportunities aligned with company growth

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading and supporting the development and delivery of planning strategies to promote sustainable growth
  • Managing planning applications, appeals and consultations in line with policy and legislationUndertaking site appraisals, feasibility studies and impact assessments
  • Engaging with local authorities, communities, businesses and key stakeholders
  • Providing expert planning advice to clients and internal teams
  • Preparing Planning Statements, Planning Appraisals and Statements of Case
  • Keeping up to date with legislative changes, policy updates and emerging planning trends

About You:

  • Previous experience in a planning role (consultancy, local authority or development background)
  • A relevant planning qualification (or working towards one)
  • RTPI membership or working towards chartership
  • Strong understanding of the UK planning system and processes
  • Excellent written skills with strong attention to detail
  • Confident communicator with a professional and approachable manner
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Proactive, enthusiastic and a collaborative team player

Agile Working & Additional Information:

Our client embraces agile working and offers a flexible, hybrid approach, recognising that productivity and success are not defined by location.

This role is East Midlands based, with a preference for 2-3 days per week in the Nottingham office.

The wider business operates from multiple hubs across the UK, offering long-term flexibility and progression opportunities.

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Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Nottingham
Job Description:

Job Title: Senior / Principal / Associate Town Planner

Location: Nottingham | Hybrid Working (2-3 days in office)

Our client is seeking motivated, energetic planners who are keen to progress their careers within a supportive and empowering environment.

What’s on offer:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Private medical insurance and payment of relevant professional subscriptions
  • A culture built on trust, empowerment and professional development
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, including major residential and mixed-use urban extensions
  • Clear progression opportunities aligned with company growth

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading and supporting the development and delivery of planning strategies to promote sustainable growth
  • Managing planning applications, appeals and consultations in line with policy and legislationUndertaking site appraisals, feasibility studies and impact assessments
  • Engaging with local authorities, communities, businesses and key stakeholders
  • Providing expert planning advice to clients and internal teams
  • Preparing Planning Statements, Planning Appraisals and Statements of Case
  • Keeping up to date with legislative changes, policy updates and emerging planning trends

About You:

  • Previous experience in a planning role (consultancy, local authority or development background)
  • A relevant planning qualification (or working towards one)
  • RTPI membership or working towards chartership
  • Strong understanding of the UK planning system and processes
  • Excellent written skills with strong attention to detail
  • Confident communicator with a professional and approachable manner
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Proactive, enthusiastic and a collaborative team player

Agile Working & Additional Information:

Our client embraces agile working and offers a flexible, hybrid approach, recognising that productivity and success are not defined by location.

This role is East Midlands based, with a preference for 2-3 days per week in the Nottingham office.

The wider business operates from multiple hubs across the UK, offering long-term flexibility and progression opportunities.

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Posted: May 21st, 2026