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Town PlannerLocation: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading integrated placemaking consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their growing Planning Team based in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity for a Planner to work within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, supporting a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients including education providers, healthcare organisations, developers, and housebuilders. The Role You will be working across a wide range of projects throughout the planning process, including: * Residential developments * Commercial schemes * Education and healthcare projects * Mixed-use regeneration * Energy and infrastructure developments * Industrial projects You will collaborate closely with in-house urban design and landscape teams, helping to deliver planning solutions that are not only policy compliant but also contribute to the creation of sustainable and well-designed places. Key Responsibilities * Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals * Supporting site appraisals and feasibility studies * Undertaking planning policy research and analysis * Preparing planning statements and supporting reports * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and external consultants * Attending site visits and client meetings * Supporting project delivery across a range of sectors Candidate Requirements * Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline * Good understanding of the UK planning system * Experience managing planning applications * Strong report writing and analytical skills * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team * MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership (desirable) * Proactive approach within a client-focused consultancy environment What's on Offer * Hybrid working arrangements * Competitive salary and benefits package * Support towards RTPI Chartership * Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects * Clear opportunities for professional development and progression This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Town Planner to join a forward-thinking consultancy and play a key role in shaping high-quality development projects across the UK. If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Joel Bland on or email at

Senior Town PlannerLocation: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading integrated placemaking consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing Planning Team based in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a key role within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, working with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients including education providers, healthcare organisations, developers, and housebuilders. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will take the lead on a broad range of projects across the planning process, including: * Residential developments * Commercial schemes * Education and healthcare projects * Mixed-use regeneration * Energy and infrastructure developments * Industrial projects You will work closely with in-house urban design and landscape teams to deliver planning strategies that not only meet policy requirements but also contribute to the creation of sustainable, high-quality places. Key Responsibilities * Leading the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals * Managing planning projects from inception through to determination * Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility studies * Preparing high-quality planning statements and reports * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, stakeholders, and consultants * Attending client meetings and site visits * Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team * Contributing to planning strategy and project delivery Candidate Requirements * Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline * MRTPI Chartered or working towards Chartership * Strong understanding of the UK planning system * Demonstrable experience managing planning applications * Excellent project management and report writing skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines * Proactive approach within a client-focused consultancy environment What's on Offer * Hybrid working arrangements * Competitive salary and benefits package * Support for continued professional development * Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects * Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking consultancy delivering impactful developments across the UK. If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Joel Bland on or email at

We’re supporting a leading independent property consultancy in their search for an Associate Building Surveyor to join their expanding Cardiff team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role offering autonomy, client interaction, and the chance to specialise as your career develops. The business is known for its low staff turnover, collaborative culture, and commitment to developing its people through structured learning and progression pathways. You’ll work across the commercial, office, retail, and some industrial sectors, delivering high-quality surveying services to a strong national client base. The company is a respected, independent consultancy operating across the UK and Ireland. With over 200 professionals nationwide, Known for their integrity, technical excellence, and people-focused culture, they offer a supportive environment where progression and personal development are genuinely prioritised. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for a broad range of building surveying duties, including: • Contract Administration, • Technical Due Diligence, • Dilapidations, • Building Pathology Essential: • Degree in Building Surveying & MRICS accreditation, • Strong and accurate report writing skills, • Experience working within a proactive commercial environment, • Sound understanding of commercial building contracts, • Commercially astute with a strong technical skillset, • Confident adopting and leveraging technology You will receive a competitive salary accompanied by an impressive benefits package, including: • Transparent bonus scheme — 20% commission on fees over target, • Car allowance, • Fee-related annual bonus, • iPhone & Laptop for flexible hybrid working, • Private Healthcare, • Company pension scheme, • Life Assurance & Personal Accident cover, • 28 days annual leave, • 1 day paid charity leave, • Professional membership subscription paid, • Cycle to work scheme & interest-free season ticket loan (post-probation), • Structured career development and sponsored learning

Job Description: Are you currently leading SEO… but not truly owning organic growth? Do you want full control of long-term strategy rather than fighting for incremental wins? We’re partnering with a fast-growing, independent challenger brand operating within a highly regulated and competitive UK digital marketplace. Following strong domestic performance and a successful international launch, the business is now entering its next phase of expansion across additional regulated markets. Founded by experienced industry operators, the company blends deep sector knowledge with modern, digital-first execution. Integrity, commercial discipline and long-term customer value sit at the core of everything they do. As they scale, they are strengthening their leadership team and are now seeking a Head of Organic Growth to build a sustainable, high-performance organic acquisition engine. The Role This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with full ownership of the company’s long-term organic growth strategy. You will be responsible for building and executing a robust organic acquisition framework across: Technical SEO strategy and site architecture, content strategy and editorial direction, authority building and digital PR, organic social (strategic oversight rather than day-to-day posting). You’ll lead SEO performance across multiple product verticals, ensuring strong technical foundations, scalable content architecture and authoritative positioning in competitive search environments. The role goes beyond traffic generation - you will own commercially meaningful metrics including branded search growth, rankings, revenue contribution and assisted conversions. Working cross-functionally with Product, CRM, Paid Media, Affiliates, Compliance and Customer teams, you’ll ensure organic growth is commercially strong, strategically aligned and sustainable. This role would suit a commercially minded organic growth leader who understands regulated environments and values long-term brand equity over short-term gains. Skills and Experience • Proven experience leading SEO and organic growth at a senior level, • Demonstrable success building sustainable organic growth in highly competitive search landscapes, • Deep understanding of E-E-A-T, content authority and Google algorithm dynamics, • Strong technical SEO knowledge and experience improving site foundations, • Experience developing digital PR and authority-building strategies, • Analytical and commercially focused mindset with ownership of performance outcomes, • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in regulated or compliance-led environments, • Pragmatic, disciplined and strategic approach to growth Benefits A competitive salary between £55,000 – £65,000 per annum (DOE), depending on experience plus an attractive benefits package. This is a senior, high-impact role within a scaling challenger brand where you’ll have real autonomy to shape long-term organic strategy. You’ll be part of a collaborative, founder-led environment with the opportunity to build a sustainable growth engine during a key phase of expansion. The package also includes 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Sound Good? If you’re an experienced organic growth or SEO leader ready to take ownership of a high-potential acquisition engine within a scaling digital brand, we’d love to speak with you. Click the Apply button to send Nick @ Digital Tonic your CV.

A global FinTech company located in Penarth, UK, is in search of a creative and data-driven Social Media Manager. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in managing social media platforms and growing audience engagement through organic and paid strategies.

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Town Planner Location: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading integrated placemaking consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their growing Planning Team based in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity for a Planner to work within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, supporting a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients including education providers, healthcare organisations, developers, and housebuilders. The Role You will be working across a wide range of projects throughout the planning process, including: Residential developments * Commercial schemes * Education and healthcare projects * Mixed-use regeneration * Energy and infrastructure developments * Industrial projects You will collaborate closely with in-house urban design and landscape teams, helping to deliver planning solutions that are not only policy compliant but also contribute to the creation of sustainable and well-designed places. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals * Supporting site appraisals and feasibility studies * Undertaking planning policy research and analysis * Preparing planning statements and supporting reports * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and external consultants * Attending site visits and client meetings * Supporting project delivery across a range of sectors Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline * Good understanding of the UK planning system * Experience managing planning applications * Strong report writing and analytical skills * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team * MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership (desirable) * Proactive approach within a client-focused consultancy environment What's on Offer Hybrid working arrangements * Competitive salary and benefits package * Support towards RTPI Chartership * Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects * Clear opportunities for professional development and progression This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Town Planner to join a forward-thinking consultancy and play a key role in shaping high-quality development projects across the UK.

Job Title: Senior / Principal Town Planner Location: Cardiff or Bristol Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and development consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Town Planner to join their expanding Cardiff team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy known for delivering strategic planning, development management, and design advice on major residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across England and Wales. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering complex planning projects for a diverse private and public sector client base. The Role As part of a collaborative regional planning team, you will contribute to the delivery of significant planning projects, including strategic planning advice, development management, and planning project coordination. You will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality planning outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Provide strategic and development management planning advice across a range of projects. * Manage planning applications, pre-applications, and appeals. * Interpret planning policy and provide commercially focused planning advice. * Lead projects and manage client relationships. * Prepare planning reports, statements, and technical documentation. * Contribute to mentoring junior planners and supporting team development. About You • MRTPI qualified (essential). * A commercially aware planner with the ability to apply planning knowledge within a wider property and development context. * Strong analytical, written, and communication skills. * Confident in client-facing roles and project management. * Proactive, enthusiastic, and keen to progress within a consultancy environment. Benefits • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service * Competitive salary and remuneration package based on experience * Salary sacrifice pension scheme * Private medical insurance * Death in service benefit * Employee assistance programme (24/7) * Cycle to work scheme * Eye care vouchers * Staff discounts and referral bonuses * Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities * Supportive and collaborative working culture with high-profile project exposure Interested?

Senior Town Planner Location: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading integrated placemaking consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing Planning Team based in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a key role within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, working with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients including education providers, healthcare organisations, developers, and housebuilders. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will take the lead on a broad range of projects across the planning process, including: Residential developments * Commercial schemes * Education and healthcare projects * Mixed-use regeneration * Energy and infrastructure developments * Industrial projects You will work closely with in-house urban design and landscape teams to deliver planning strategies that not only meet policy requirements but also contribute to the creation of sustainable, high-quality places. Key Responsibilities Leading the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals * Managing planning projects from inception through to determination * Undertaking site appraisals and development feasibility studies * Preparing high-quality planning statements and reports * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, stakeholders, and consultants * Attending client meetings and site visits * Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team * Contributing to planning strategy and project delivery Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline * MRTPI Chartered or working towards Chartership * Strong understanding of the UK planning system * Demonstrable experience managing planning applications * Excellent project management and report writing skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines * Proactive approach within a client-focused consultancy environment What's on Offer Hybrid working arrangements * Competitive salary and benefits package * Support for continued professional development * Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects * Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking consultancy delivering impactful developments across the UK.