Job Title: Associate Town Planner
Location: Newcastle
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting the expansion of a leading planning consultancy with their new office in Newcastle.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Town Planner to join a growing planning consultancy at their new office in Newcastle. As part of this expansion, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a diverse range of planning services across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. This is an exciting chance to contribute to the development of a new office while working on high-profile projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a range of planning applications from inception through to approval.
Provide strategic planning advice to clients on development proposals, policy interpretation, and site viability.
Prepare and submit planning applications, including supporting reports, statements, and presentations.
Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients to ensure timely project delivery.
Assist in business development activities and expanding the office's client base.
Supervise and mentor junior team members, offering guidance and support in their professional development.About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
A degree in Town Planning (or equivalent), with eligibility for MRTPI.
Significant post-graduate experience in planning, ideally within the UK planning system.
Proven exp...