Senior Town Planner - Lead High-Impact Projects

Cobalt Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Genuine career progression opportunities

Ongoing professional development and training

Job summary

Cobalt Recruitment is seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join an esteemed independent planning consultancy in Manchester. The successful candidate will oversee planning applications and manage a diverse project portfolio, including residential and commercial developments.

Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and previous experience within planning consultancy. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or developer environment.
• Demonstrable experience leading planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing planning applications and appeals from inception to determination.
• Preparing planning statements, site appraisals and supporting reports.
• Providing strategic planning advice to a broad client base.
• Liaising with local authorities, consultants and stakeholders.
• Supporting business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Communication skills

Client management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership

Job description

Cobalt Recruitment is seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join an esteemed independent planning consultancy in Manchester. The successful candidate will oversee planning applications and manage a diverse project portfolio, including residential and commercial developments.

Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and previous experience within planning consultancy. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.