Associate Town Planner in Altrincham

Energy Jobline CVL; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consultancy in Trafford is seeking a Senior Planner to oversee diverse projects, including agricultural and renewable energy schemes. The ideal candidate will have MRTPI qualifications, experience in rural planning, and strong project management skills. This position offers a salary up to £50,000 and flexible working arrangements, alongside involvement in meaningful projects.

Benefits

Salary up to £50,000 (DOE)

Flexible working arrangements

Involvement in diverse rural projects

Supportive and collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualification required or in progress.
• Experience in rural or agricultural planning projects essential.
• Knowledge of planning policy and legislation in England needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills important.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver planning applications, appeals, and policy representations.
• Provide expert planning advice for rural and agricultural contexts.
• Liaise with clients, landowners, and local authorities for project goals.
• Conduct site appraisals and feasibility studies.
• Support junior staff and contribute to consultancy growth.

Skills

MRTPI qualified (or working towards)

Solid experience in rural or agricultural planning projects

Strong understanding of planning policy and legislation in England

Confident communicator

Excellent client relationship skills

Ability to manage projects independently

Job description

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Senior Planner

Permanent | Trafford | Remote or Hybrid

Salary: Up to £50,000

Carrington West are representing a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Trafford, who are seeking a Senior Planner to join their expanding planning team.

Working with a wide range of clients across North West England, our client delivers expert advice and bespoke solutions on projects with a strong rural and agricultural focus.

The Role

As Senior Planner, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of projects from farm diversification and agricultural buildings to rural housing and renewable energy schemes. You'll be working closely with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver planning applications, appeals, and policy representations.
• Provide expert planning advice tailored to rural and agricultural contexts.
• Liaise with clients, landowners, and local authorities to achieve project goals.
• Conduct site appraisals and feasibility studies.
• Support junior staff and contribute to the consultancy’s growth.

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards).
• Solid experience in rural or agricultural planning projects.
• Strong understanding of planning policy and legislation in England.
• Confident communicator with excellent client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently and within a team environment.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 (DOE).
• Flexible working arrangements - remote or hybrid options available.
• Involvement in diverse and meaningful rural projects.
• Supportive and collaborative work culture.

How to Apply

Please send your CV to Georgia Cookson at Carrington West or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.

Job reference: 62335