Retail Planner: Town Centre & Mixed-Use Projects

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

Job summary

A specialist planning consultancy is seeking a Retail Planner in Cheshire. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with a strong interest in retail and town centre planning. Responsibilities include providing planning advice, preparing applications, and monitoring policy changes. The ideal candidate has a degree in Town Planning and relevant experience. Join a respected firm with clear progression opportunities and the chance to work on high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment.
• Strong understanding of retail planning policy and development management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively.
• RTPI membership or working towards chartership.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning advice on retail, leisure, and town centre development proposals.
• Prepare and support planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions.
• Undertake retail impact assessments and town centre policy analysis.
• Draft planning statements and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and consultants.
• Monitor changes to retail and town centre planning policy.
• Support senior colleagues on complex and strategic projects.

Skills

Retail planning policy understanding

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

A specialist planning consultancy is seeking a Retail Planner in Cheshire. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with a strong interest in retail and town centre planning. Responsibilities include providing planning advice, preparing applications, and monitoring policy changes. The ideal candidate has a degree in Town Planning and relevant experience. Join a respected firm with clear progression opportunities and the chance to work on high-profile projects.