Chartered Senior Town Planner | Lead Projects & Strategy

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Chartered Senior Town Planner to join a respected independent planning consultancy in Macclesfield. You will manage a varied portfolio, provide strategic advice, and guide projects from inception to completion.

The role requires MRTPI status, strong UK planning experience, and consultancy background, with a proactive, client-focused approach and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• MRTPI Chartered status essential.
• Strong experience in UK town planning.
• Experience in a consultancy environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong project management and organisation.
• Ability to liaise with clients and planning authorities.

Responsibilities

• Managing a range of planning applications and projects.
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications.
• Undertaking planning research and policy analysis.
• Liaising with local planning authorities and stakeholders.
• Attending client and stakeholder meetings.
• Supporting business development and maintaining client relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues and external consultants to deliver projects.

Skills

Town planning experience

Consultancy experience

Communication skills

Project management

Client liaison

Commercial acumen

Proactivity

Education

MRTPI Chartered status

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Chartered Senior Town Planner to join a respected independent planning consultancy in Macclesfield. You will manage a varied portfolio, provide strategic advice, and guide projects from inception to completion.

The role requires MRTPI status, strong UK planning experience, and consultancy background, with a proactive, client-focused approach and excellent communication skills.