Town Planner

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking town planners for diverse roles across the North West, including Manchester and Liverpool. Competitive salaries ranging from £25,000 to over £65,000 based on experience. Opportunities for career growth with flexible working, and involvement in exciting projects across various sectors. Ideal for individuals looking to expand their consultancy careers with RTPI support.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Diverse project exposure

Full RTPI support

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in public or private sector planning.
• Motivated to grow careers in a consultancy environment.
• Ability to mentor and lead teams or manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business and manage client relationships.
• Support technical delivery in project-led roles.
• Contribute to diverse projects including residential and commercial.

Skills

Town planning

Business development

Project management

Education

MRTPI chartered or working towards accreditation

Job description

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Town Planning Roles – North West | £25,000 – £65,000+ | Private Sector Opportunities

Are you a town planner considering your next move - whether that’s a new challenge, a step up, or a change of environment?

I’m currently working with multiple private sector planning consultancies across the North West of England and North Wales, with live roles in Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Altrincham, Wilmslow, Conwy and Preston. These firms vary in size, sector focus, and working style, offering a range of career opportunities tailored to different skills and ambitions.

Current roles include:

• Planner / Senior Planner
• Associate / Associate Director

Salaries range from £25,000 to £65,000+, depending on experience.

What’s on offer:

• A mix of boutique, regional, and national consultancies with strong project pipelines
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Diverse project exposure across residential, commercial, energy, mixed-use, regeneration, green infrastructure, and strategic land
• Full RTPI support and clear progression pathways
• Opportunities to shape teams, mentor junior staff, or take on client leadership responsibilities

Whether you’re more delivery-focused or commercially driven, there’s room for both.

• Business development-oriented planners will find roles that offer autonomy to grow client relationships, lead bids, and drive new work. DCO / NSIP experience is a real plus point for 2 of these businesses.
• Delivery-focused planners can thrive in technical, project-led roles with strong team support and long-term development

Who we’re looking for:

• Town planners from public or private sector backgrounds
• MRTPI chartered or working towards accreditation
• Individuals looking to grow their careers in a consultancy setting, whether through technical delivery or business leadership

If you're based near Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Altrincham, Wilmslow, Conwy or Preston this is a great time to explore what’s out there.

Keywords: Town Planning, Development Management, RTPI, MRTPI, Planning Officer