Assistant Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Generous holiday

Contributory pension

Professional development

RTPI chartership support

Experienced planning team

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a forward-thinking planning consultancy in Manchester to recruit an Assistant Town Planner. You will support the preparation and submission of planning applications, conduct policy research, and assist senior planners across diverse projects while building your technical knowledge in a collaborative, hybrid-friendly environment.

This position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday, pension contributions, ongoing professional development, and

Qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a planning consultancy, local authority or similar environment.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system and relevant planning policy.
• Experience assisting with planning applications and planning reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Ideally working towards RTPI chartership.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals.
• Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
• Supporting senior planners with a variety of development projects.
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and external stakeholders.
• Monitoring planning applications and providing updates to clients.
• Contributing to planning strategies and providing advice across a range of projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

Town Planning degree

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner

Location: Manchester

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000

Are you an Assistant Town Planner looking for your next opportunity with an established and forward-thinking planning consultancy?

I'm working with a highly regarded multidisciplinary property consultancy who are looking to strengthen their Manchester planning team with the addition of an ambitious Assistant Town Planner.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join an established team working across a varied portfolio of projects, gaining exposure to exciting developments while continuing to build your technical knowledge and professional experience.

Whether you're looking to broaden your project experience or take the next step towards becoming a fully chartered planner, this role offers plenty of opportunity to progress.

Benefits for the role of Assistant Town Planner include:

• Competitive salary of £32,000 - £35,000
• Hybrid working
• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development
• Support towards RTPI chartership
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced planning team

Duties for the role of Assistant Town Planner:

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals
• Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation
• Supporting senior planners with a variety of development projects
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and external stakeholders
• Monitoring planning applications and providing updates to clients
• Contributing to planning strategies and providing advice across a range of projects

Requirements for the role of Assistant Town Planner:

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or similar environment
• A good understanding of the UK planning system and relevant planning policy
• Experience assisting with planning applications and planning reports
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• A proactive approach and the confidence to work collaboratively within a team
• Ideally working towards RTPI chartership