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Planner in Exeter, Devon

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JOB TITLE - TOWN PLANNER



LOCATION - EXETER



Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning and heritage consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Exeter.



This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist consultancy working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, rural, and heritage-led developments. The successful Town Planner will gain valuable experience across both planning and heritage considerations within a collaborative and supportive environment.



THE ROLE



You will be involved in delivering planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination, supporting a wide range of clients.



This role offers the opportunity to work closely with both planning and heritage professionals, making it ideal for a Town Planner looking to broaden their expertise and work on sensitive and high-quality developments.



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES



* Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals

* Assisting with heritage statements and impact assessments

* Undertaking site appraisals and planning feasibility assessments

* Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation

* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, conservation officers, and stakeholders

* Supporting senior team members on complex and heritage-led projects

* Attending site visits, client meetings, and consultations

* Conducting planning and heritage policy research



WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR



* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

* Working towards MRTPI (or recently achieved)

* Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment

* Good understanding of UK planning policy and heritage legislation

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

* A proactive and collaborative approach



WHAT'S ON OFFER



* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Hybrid working flexibility

* Opportunity to work on planning and heritage-led projects

* Supportive and collaborative team environment

* Clear career progression and professional development opportunities



Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email

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Planner in Exeter, Devon

Exeter, UK
Full time

Published on 03/25/2026

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