Senior Planning Manager

Penguin Recruitment; Preston on the Hill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to drive a diverse portfolio of strategic and development projects. You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage planning applications, and engage with stakeholders to promote opportunities. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of planning experience, strong communication skills, and an understanding of the planning process. Join a progressive organisation that values initiative and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in town planning or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of planning policy and the strategic planning process.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and management of planning applications.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams for project success.
• Liaise with stakeholders to progress development opportunities.
• Promote sites through the Local Plan process.

Skills

Town planning experience

Planning policy understanding

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive approach

Commercial mindset

Education

MRTPI qualification (or working towards)

Job description

The Role

Job Title: Senior Planning Manager

Location: Cheshire

As a Senior Planning Manager, you\'ll play a key role in driving forward a diverse portfolio of strategic and development projects. You\'ll be responsible for:

• Assisting with the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary consultant teams to deliver successful project outcomes
• Liaising with landowners, stakeholders, and local authorities to progress development opportunities
• Promoting sites through the Local Plan process and identifying future growth prospects
• Supporting wider business objectives across land acquisition, development, and delivery

About You

We\'re looking for a planning professional with:

• 5+ years\' experience in town planning or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of planning policy, development management, and the strategic planning process
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to planning challenges
• MRTPI qualification (or working towards) preferred

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation with a strong reputation in strategic land and development. You\'ll be part of a collaborative environment that values initiative, professional growth, and delivering real results.

If you\'re ready to make an impact in a dynamic planning role, we\'d love to hear from you