Senior Town Planner

TN United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Planner to join their dynamic team in Greater Manchester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with high-profile clients and work on diverse planning projects across various sectors, including residential, industrial, and healthcare. You will be responsible for preparing planning appraisals, conducting research, and drafting applications, all while collaborating with senior colleagues and stakeholders. If you have a passion for shaping the future of real estate and possess the necessary skills, this position could be your next career milestone.

Qualifications

• Experience as a qualified Planner with a good understanding of the planning system.
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and well-reasoned advice.

Responsibilities

• Preparing planning appraisals to assess development potential.
• Conducting independent planning policy and history research.
• Drafting and submitting planning applications, including Planning Statements.

Skills

Chartered town planner

Planning system knowledge

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related field

Membership in the Royal Town Planning Institute

Job description

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JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong. Whether you have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology to our clients. We support our talented team through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to help manage life in and outside of work. Whether you have experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, or you’re transitioning to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive both professionally and personally.

What this job involves:

This is an exciting opportunity to progress your career and join our growing Planning team in the North West, based out of the Manchester office! JLL is a leading global real estate company with over 40 town planning specialists across five UK locations. We serve high-profile clients, including major landowners, developers, and occupiers. Our work spans sectors such as:

• industrial and logistics;
• residential (including Build to Rent, student accommodation, and later living);
• development and regeneration (including retail, city centre development, the public sector);
• education and healthcare;

This role offers exposure to a broad range of planning projects. Examples of our work can be found here:

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Preparing planning appraisals to assess development potential
• Conducting independent planning policy and history research
• Carrying out site visits and attending client meetings
• Assisting in the promotion of strategic development sites
• Preparing and submitting pre-application enquiries
• Drafting and submitting planning applications, including Planning Statements
• Supporting senior colleagues to progress projects from start to finish
• Engaging with stakeholders involved in the planning process

Desired or preferred experience and technical skills:

• Chartered town planner
• Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute
• Relevant experience as a qualified Planner
• Good understanding of the planning system
• Excellent analytical and writing skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Time and workload management skills
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and well-reasoned advice
• Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively
• Effective communication with clients, consultees, and the public

Location: On-site – Greater Manchester, GBR

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in learning about what you bring to the table! For any adjustments needed during the application process, please contact us at [phone]. For other inquiries, please visit our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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