Assistant Planner | Town Planner in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Manchester seeks talented individuals for Assistant Planner and Planner roles. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree, and be working towards or hold RTPI Chartership. The positions involve supporting diverse projects and offer the chance to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 12 months' relevant experience for Assistant Planner role.
• 2 years' relevant experience for Planner role.
• Working towards or holding RTPI Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Support diverse projects in Regeneration, Retail & Leisure, and Strategic Land.
• Involve in major residential developments and town centre proposals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner | Town Planner

Location: Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is currently supporting a nationally recognised planning consultancy in their search for talented individuals to join their Manchester office as Assistant Planner and Planner / Senior Planner.

About the Company

The consultancy is an innovative, insight-driven professional services business delivering town planning consultancy to both public and private sector clients. With a team of over 50 across multiple UK offices, the business places real value on its people, fostering a culture rooted in inclusivity, empowerment, and sustainable development.

They offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working, and the chance to be part of a successful and growing national practice. The consultancy has a broad portfolio, working across sectors including Strategic Land, Regeneration, Retail & Leisure, Later Living, and more, supported by market-leading Analytics and Research.

The Roles

The Manchester office has opportunities for:

• Assistant Planner - minimum 12 months' relevant experience
• Planner - minimum 2 years' relevant experience

Working across Regeneration, Retail & Leisure, and Strategic Land, these roles will involve supporting a diverse range of projects, including brownfield and major residential developments, strategic residential promotion, town centre and retail/leisure proposals, older persons' schemes, and major health developments.

Candidates should hold a relevant degree and either be working towards RTPI Chartership or already hold RTPI status. These roles offer the chance to work under the guidance of senior colleagues while building your skills and experience across a varied and high-profile portfolio.

About You

You are motivated by using your skills to benefit clients, eager to grow through a structured learning framework, and thrive in a supportive, people-focused environment.

Interested?