Associate Planner

PEBBLE RECRUITMENT LTD; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established planning consultancy in Manchester is seeking an experienced Associate Planner to join its growing team. This role offers the chance to manage major projects, provide important client advice, and grow within a reputable practice. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in planning approvals, relevant degree, and RTPI membership, alongside excellent communication skills. The company offers competitive salary, bonuses, and flexible working options, enhancing career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Pension contributions

Private healthcare

Professional membership fees

Opportunities for career development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong track record in development consent applications under relevant planning acts.
• Solid understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
• Significant experience in consultancy or local authority.

Responsibilities

• Support Directors in delivering major projects.
• Lead and manage planning applications.
• Prepare planning appraisals and reports.
• Liaise with local authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Client-facing work

Project management

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Relevant degree

Chartered Membership of the RTPI

Job description

Associate Planner Greater Manchester

Competitive Salary Plus Benefits Permanent

Ref: DB092

An established, independent planning consultancy with a strong UK presence is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Planner to join its growing Manchester team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner to take a lead role on high-profile projects, provide trusted advice to clients, and contribute to the ongoing growth of a well-respected planning practice.

Associate Planner Responsibilities

• Supporting Directors in the delivery of major and complex projects
• Leading and managing medium to large-scale planning applications
• Preparing planning appraisals for land, buildings and development concepts
• Drafting planning reports, applications, policy notes and representations
• Undertaking detailed research and planning policy analysis
• Liaising with local planning authorities, statutory consultees and third parties
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional teams
• Developing creative and pragmatic planning solutions
• Taking financial responsibility for medium-sized projects from inception to completion
• Keeping up to date with changes in planning policy and practice
• Attending industry events and delivering presentations where required

Associate Planner Requirements

This role will suit an experienced planner who enjoys client-facing work, thrives on responsibility, and is confident managing projects and stakeholders.

• A strong track record supporting or leading successful development consent applications under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and/or Planning Act 2008
• A relevant degree and Chartered Membership of the RTPI
• A solid understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and its role within the planning process
• Significant experience within consultancy, local authority or a similar environment
• A strong grasp of planning principles and development management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence presenting to clients, officers and stakeholders
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with creative thinking ability

Why apply?

This is a genuine career progression opportunity offering exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio, working alongside highly regarded planning professionals and prestigious clients.

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Professional membership fees
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Flexible working options, including a blend of home and office-based work
• A supportive, employee-focused ownership structure with additional associated benefits

Interested?

Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) (phone number removed)