Planner/Senior Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Manchester seeks a talented Town Planner with 2-4 years of experience. You will assist in managing planning applications, drafting statements, and conducting research for various projects. Ideal candidates will possess an RTPI-accredited degree and demonstrate strong communication skills. This role offers exposure to high-profile projects with clear progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Continuous professional development support

Collaborative team environment

Exposure to exciting projects

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in planning, ideally within a consultancy.
• Progression towards MRTPI accreditation (or recently achieved).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and management of planning applications.
• Contribute to the drafting of planning statements and supporting documents.
• Undertake planning research and policy analysis.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive and solutions-focused approach

Commercial awareness

Education

RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning

Postgraduate qualification in a related discipline

Job description

Town Planner – Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy in their search for a talented Town Planner to join their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-4 years’ post-graduate experience who is ready to take on more responsibility, work on a wide range of projects, and continue progressing their career in a supportive and ambitious consultancy environment.

The Role

• Assist in the preparation and management of planning applications, appraisals, and appeals.
• Contribute to the drafting of planning statements, development plan representations, and supporting documents.
• Undertake planning research and policy analysis to support project delivery.
• Engage with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders.
• Work across a diverse portfolio including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Support senior colleagues in delivering high-quality planning advice to clients.

About You

• An RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• 2-4 years’ experience in planning, ideally within a consultancy or similar professional environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused approach.
• Progression towards MRTPI accreditation (or recently achieved).

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work with a respected and forward-thinking planning consultancy.
• Exposure to exciting, high-profile projects across the North West and beyond.
• Clear progression opportunities with ongoing professional development support.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.

This is an exciting chance for a motivated Town Planner with 2-4 years’ experience to join a highly regarded consultancy in Manchester and further their career with a dynamic and growing team.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email [e-mail].