Senior Planner Cardiff - #1798299

Job Opportunity: Senior Town Planner : Cardiff

Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working Available)

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is thrilled to partner with a nationally recognised, multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their National Development and Infrastructure Planning Team based in Cardiff.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading consultancy that delivers impactful planning solutions across a variety of sectors, including residential, mixed:use, logistics, infrastructure, and energy. You will collaborate with a highly respected planning team and a wider network of experts across the UK, gaining exposure to high:profile projects and benefiting from structured career progression.

If you are a motivated and experienced planning professional looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, variety, and professional development.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Town Planner, your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing Local Plan representations and developing planning strategies to promote land and development opportunities.
• Drafting Planning Statements and other key documentation to support planning applications.
• Assisting Planning Directors in managing complex planning casework and delivering successful outcomes for clients.
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Mentoring and guiding junior planners, graduates, and apprentices to support their professional growth.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and networking activities to expand the consultancys client base.
• Engaging with internal knowledge:sharing groups and planning networks to stay at the forefront of industry developments.
  
  

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• MRTPI chartered status with relevant experience in planning consultancy.
• A strong understanding of the UK planning system, with particular knowledge of planning policies and practices in Wales.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high:quality reports and presentations.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• A passion for planning and a commitment to contributing to sustainable development.
  
  

Day:to:Day

On a Typical Day, You Can Expect To

• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop planning strategies and solutions.
• Prepare and review planning documentation, including Planning Statements and Local Plan representations.
• Attend meetings with local authorities, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to discuss project progress and resolve issues.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, helping them develop their skills and knowledge.
• Participate in business development activities, such as networking events and client presentations.
• Stay updated on planning policies and industry trends to ensure the delivery of innovative and effective solutions.
  
  

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of your skills and experience.
• Career Development: A personal development plan and structured career progression pathway to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Training Opportunities: Access to ILM:accredited training programs, including masters degree:level qualifications in leadership and management.
• Flexible Working: Agile working options and hybrid arrangements to support work:life balance.
• Collaborative Culture: Join an inclusive and supportive team environment that values knowledge:sharing and innovation.
• High:Profile Projects: Work on nationally significant projects within a global organisation, gaining exposure t