Associate Town Planner | Associate Director

Location:

Lewes (BN8) – East Sussex, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£55000 – £65000 per annum + + Car Allowance

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132665378

Posted On: 

30 January 2026

Associate Town Planner | Associate Director – Town Planning

Location: Lewes or Guildford

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected multidisciplinary property and planning consultancy in their search for an experienced MRTPI-qualified Town Planner to join their growing team in either Lewes or Guildford.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad and engaging portfolio of projects across the residential, rural, and strategic land sectors, supporting landowners, developers, and land promoters through the planning process.

The Role

You will work on a wide variety of planning projects including planning applications, appeals, and Local Plan representations. The successful candidate will lead their own projects while also supporting senior colleagues on complex and high-profile instructions.

You will be expected to provide commercially focused planning advice, deliver excellent client care, and contribute to ongoing client and business development.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and manage a range of planning applications and appeals
* Prepare high-quality planning reports and supporting documents
* Provide clear, commercially aware planning advice to clients
* Manage project timelines, budgets, and external consultants
* Support senior staff on complex planning strategies and promotions
* Build and maintain strong client relationships
* Contribute to business development and profile raising activities

Requirements

* MRTPI qualified
* Proven career progression within planning (private or public sector)
* Strong client management skills across a range of stakeholders
* High standard of written and analytical work
* Excellent research and problem-solving abilities
* Strong IT skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Core Competencies

* Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Flexible and agile in managing multiple projects
* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
* Commercially aware and client-focused
* Proactive and solutions-driven
* Confident communicator and collaborative team player
* Able to recognise limits and seek specialist input when needed
* Driven to deliver high-quality work and continuously improve

Personal Attributes

* Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
* Motivated to build a professional reputation and client base
* Personable and professional in client interactions
* Skilled at building relationships internally and externally
* Strong project management capability and delivery focus

Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive benefits package, including:

* Private medical cover
* Generous annual leave plus option to purchase additional days
* Pension and life assurance
* Company car allowance
* Bonus scheme participation
* Income protection
* Season ticket loan
* Health & wellbeing support
* Gym and leisure discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Volunteering and social initiatives
* Retail and travel perks

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, Josh Jones on # 362 010 or #

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