Senior Town Planner - Penguin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Job Title: Senior PlannerLocation: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Are you ready to step up in your planning career and lead on a wide variety of exciting development projects? We're representing a leading UK planning consultancy that is looking to appoint a Senior Planner to join its growing Newcastle team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on responsibility, work with high-profile clients, and develop your expertise across multiple sectors.

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package

• 33 days annual leave (including public holidays) with purchase/buy-back options

• Bonus schemes including loyalty and qualifications awards

• Pension, healthcare plan & life insurance

• Interest-free travel loan scheme

• Reimbursement of professional fees and comprehensive training opportunities

• Clear career progression within a respected planning consultancy

As a Senior Planner, you'll work with a diverse range of public and private sector clients, helping deliver planning solutions that shape communities across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing a variety of planning projects across sectors such as residential, commercial, retail, education, energy, and infrastructure

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, ensuring compliance with policy and regulation

• Engaging with stakeholders, local authorities, and communities to support and advocate for projects

• Conducting assessments to support Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and managing EIA projects from inception to completion

• Staying up to date with planning legislation and policy changes

• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues as part of a collaborative team

We're looking for a motivated and ambitious planner with:

• A relevant degree and minimum 3 years' experience in planning

• Chartered RTPI status (or working towards it)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong project management capabilities with a proactive, problem-solving approach

• Experience in consultancy or EIA management (desirable)

• Commitment to sustainable and responsible development

How to Apply

To apply or find out more, please contact Sofia at Penguin Recruitment on or email