Senior Town Planner Location: Colchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful and expanding planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their highly regarded Planning team.This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role within a collaborative and supportive environment, where your input will shape projects across a broad mix of residential, rural, and mixed-use developments. The company offers excellent career progression and encourages ongoing professional development.Key Responsibilities:Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications and appealsCarry out site appraisals and deliver strategic planning advice to clientsWork across a variety of development types, including residential and rural schemesLiaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and the public throughout the planning processStay current with UK planning policy and legislative changesSupport junior team members and contribute to team-wide successAbout You:Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or related field. MRTPI qualified or working towardsExperience: Experience in planning, with consultancy or local authority backgroundKnowledge: Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and local policy frameworksSkills: Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, time management, and teamworkAttributes: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and keen to grow within a supportive teamWhy Join?Generous salary and benefits p