Town Planner - Penguin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Town Planner - Lancaster

We are working with a leading housebuilder who are seeking a Town Planner to join their team in Lancaster. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile residential schemes and play a key role in the delivery of sustainable developments across the North West.

The RoleAs a Town Planner, you will:

• Support and manage planning applications for large-scale residential projects.

• Provide professional planning advice to internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Undertake site appraisals and prepare planning statements.

• Liaise with local planning authorities and consultees throughout the planning process.

• Contribute to the identification of new development opportunities.

About YouThe ideal candidate will have:

• An RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning.

• RTPI membership or working towards chartered status.

• 2-4 years' experience in planning, ideally with residential or housebuilding exposure.

• Strong communication and report writing skills.

• Commercial awareness and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with one of the UK's most established housebuilders.

• Be involved in shaping major residential schemes in the region.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Career progression opportunities within a respected planning team.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Town Planner to grow their career within a supportive and commercially focused environment.

If this role is of interest, please contact Joel Bland on or at