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Town Planner
Location: Belfast

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their Belfast office.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking planning team that delivers high quality advice and innovative solutions across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, renewable energy, infrastructure, and mixed use developments. The consultancy has an outstanding reputation for professionalism, client care, and creating sustainable places that shape the future of local communities.

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Ongoing support towards professional development and RTPI chartership

Exposure to a variety of large-scale and high-profile projects

Supportive and collaborative working culture

The Role:
As a Town Planner, you'll play a key role in managing a diverse caseload of planning projects, supporting senior colleagues, and engaging directly with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include:

Preparing, managing, and submitting planning applications and appeals

Conducting site appraisals and preparing planning statements and reports

Providing well informed planning advice to clients and colleagues

Contributing to local plan representations and development plan submissions

Assisting in the coordination of multi-disciplinary project teams

Developing strong relationships with clients and external partners

About You:

A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI-accredited)

1-3 years' experience in a planning role, ideally within consultancy or private sector

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent understanding of the planning process and relevant legislation

Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

A proactive attitude and ambition to progress your career in planning

This position offers an excellent platform for a Town Planner seeking to broaden their experience within a respected consultancy that values professional growth and innovation.

If you are interested in this Town Planner role, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment