Chartered Senior Planner

Job Description

Chartered Senior Planner - Gatwick\n\nPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Chartered Senior Planner to join their Gatwick office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planner to play a key role in delivering a wide range of planning projects across the South East.\n\nThe Role\n As a Chartered Senior Planner, you will be working on an exciting variety of projects spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You'll take ownership of client relationships, manage planning applications, and provide expert planning advice to a diverse portfolio of clients.

Your responsibilities will include:\n\nPreparing, submitting, and managing complex planning applications and appeals.\n\nAdvising clients on planning strategy and policy.\n\nLeading on projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.\n\nManaging stakeholder engagement, including local authorities, developers, and community groups.\n\nMentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the growth of the Gatwick team.\n\nAbout You\n The successful candidate will bring:\n\nMRTPI Chartered Membership (essential).\n\n4-6 years' experience within planning consultancy or a local authority setting.\n\nStrong track record in managing and delivering planning projects.\n\nExcellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence in client-facing roles.\n\nA collaborative approach and a passion for achieving positive planning outcomes.\n\nWhat's on Offer\n\nCompetitive salary and benefits package.\n\nThe chance to join a highly regarded consultancy with an excellent reputation in the planning sector.\n\nA supportive environment where your professional development and career progression will be encouraged.\n\nInvolvement in a wide variety of projects with high-profile clients across the South East.\n\nIf you are interested in this Chartered Senior Planner role, please contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email your CV to