Bingley
Job Title: Town Planner - Development & Regeneration Location: Bingley, West Yorkshire Salary: £30,000-£40,000 per annum + benefits Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a world-leading sports surface and environmental development consultancy with the recruitment of a Town Planner to join their growing development team. Our client is a globally recognised consultancy specialising in the design, development, and technical delivery of sports, urban, and environmental projects. With a heritage spanning over 95 years, they have contributed to some of the most high-profile projects worldwide, including major international sporting events, elite professional sports facilities, and large-scale urban and infrastructure developments across the UK and overseas. As the organisation continues to expand its development portfolio, they are seeking a motivated Town Planner to support the delivery of a diverse range of projects, including sports facilities, recreational spaces, regeneration schemes, residential developments, and commercial sites. The Role As a Town Planner, you will work closely with the Director, Head of Development, Senior Planner, and wider multidisciplinary teams to prepare and manage planning submissions and provide development advice across a broad range of projects. Key responsibilities include: • Attending site visits across the UK * Supporting pre-application and planning application submissions * Providing planning and development advice * Liaising with internal teams and external sub-consultants * Preparing planning reports and supporting documentation * Drafting proposals for client approval * Assisting with public and stakeholder consultations The role is based at the UK head office in Bingley, with travel required across the UK. Requirements • A relevant degree accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) * Chartered RTPI membership or working towards chartership * Ideally 2+ years post-qualification experience (flexible for strong candidates) * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and support senior team members * Full UK driving licence * Interest in sports, the built environment, or environmental development (desirable) * Experience in the sports sector and/or planning appeals system (desirable) * DBS certificate (can be arranged if required) Benefits • Competitive salary (£30,000-£40,000 DOE) * Company pension scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Enhanced maternity and paternity leave * Financial planning services * Life insurance * Free on-site parking * Company events * Sick pay * Discounted or free food Interested?