Senior Town Planner/Associate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-led consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior / Associate Town Planner to lead planning strategies and mentor junior staff. This role involves collaborating with various professionals to develop sustainable schemes. The ideal candidate has MRTPI qualifications, a proven track record in project leadership, and strong client management skills. A competitive salary and a hybrid working environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid working

Clear progression pathway

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualification is mandatory.
• Experience at Senior or Associate level required.
• History of leading planning projects essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning strategy and applications for various projects.
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to team growth.
• Collaborate with architects and designers for project delivery.

Skills

MRTPI qualified

Project leadership

Creative thinking

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Job description

Senior / Associate Town Planner - Design-Led Consultancy

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)

Salary: £45,000-£60,000 DOE + benefits

The Opportunity

• Lead planning strategy, applications and appeals across residential, mixed‑use, commercial and regeneration projects
• Act as trusted advisor to clients, helping shape development proposals from concept through to delivery
• Provide mentorship and leadership to junior planners and contribute to the growth of the planning team
• Collaborate closely with in‑house architects and urban designers to create integrated and sustainable schemes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders

About the Consultancy

Our client is a design‑driven consultancy combining planning, architecture and urban design under one roof. Their approach integrates creativity with commercial awareness, resulting in projects that balance local context, viability and positive placemaking.

You'll be joining a progressive business where your voice carries weight, professional growth is supported, and there's a genuine opportunity to shape the future of the planning function.

What We're Looking For

• MRTPI qualified
• Experience operating at Senior or Associate level within a consultancy environment
• Proven track record leading planning projects and managing client relationships
• Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively with design and technical specialists
• Strong commercial awareness and confident communication skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits
• Flexible hybrid working
• Clear pathway for progression and leadership development
• Supportive, collaborative culture with a modern approach to work