Associate Town PlannerLocation: Sutton, London Salary: 60,000 - 70,000Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading property developer as they look to appoint an Associate Town Planner to join their team in Sutton.The OpportunityThis is an exciting and urgent requirement for an experienced planning professional to take a senior role within a high-performing development team. The successful candidate will help drive forward a portfolio of housing-led projects across the southern Home Counties, with a particular focus on greenfield development.You will play a key role in shaping planning strategy, managing applications, and influencing development outcomes on a range of land and residential projects. This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking to work client-side or step into a more strategic, commercially focused planning role.Key Responsibilities:Leading the preparation, submission, and management of planning applicationsProviding strategic planning advice to support the delivery of housing schemesManaging external consultants and coordinating multi-disciplinary project teamsUndertaking site appraisals, feasibility assessments, and planning risk evaluationsEngaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and community groupsSupporting land promotion and allocation strategies within Local PlansContributing to project management, programme delivery, and company growthRequirements:Several years of post-qualification experience within a planning consultancy or cl