Retail Planner: Town Centre & Mixed-Use Projects

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Retail Planner to join their team based in Cheshire. This role involves providing planning advice on retail projects, preparing applications, and conducting assessments. Candidates should have a degree in Town Planning or a related field and relevant experience in planning consultancy or local authority settings. This position offers the chance to work on significant schemes and develop expertise within a respected firm.

Benefits

Clear progression opportunities

Exposure to high-profile schemes

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Experience in a planning consultancy or local authority.
• Strong understanding of retail planning policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning advice on retail, leisure, and town centre development proposals.
• Prepare and support planning applications and appeals.
• Draft planning statements and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and consultants.

Skills

Retail planning policy understanding

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

A leading consultancy is seeking a Retail Planner to join their team based in Cheshire. This role involves providing planning advice on retail projects, preparing applications, and conducting assessments. Candidates should have a degree in Town Planning or a related field and relevant experience in planning consultancy or local authority settings. This position offers the chance to work on significant schemes and develop expertise within a respected firm.