Associate

Job Title: Associate Planner
Location: Milton Keynes

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning and design consultancy in their search for an Associate Planner to join their team in Milton Keynes.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate Planner to join a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic development projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project leadership, client management, and supporting the continued growth of the planning team.

THE ROLE

As an Associate Planner, you will lead on planning projects from initial strategy through to submission and determination.

You will manage key client relationships, oversee project delivery, and support junior colleagues while continuing to develop your career as an Associate Planner within a respected multidisciplinary consultancy environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leading and managing major planning applications and appeals
Providing strategic planning advice across a range of development projects
Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation
Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Assisting with project management and team coordination
Contributing to business development and networking activities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
MRTPI qualified
Strong experience within a planning consultancy environment
Excellent understanding of the UK planning system
Proven experience managing projects and client relationships
Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
Experience mentoring or managing junior planners desirable

WHAT'S ON OFFER

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of planning projects
Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
Clear progression opportunities
Ongoing professional development and career support

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