Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Manchester is seeking a skilled Town Planner to join their dynamic team. The role offers the chance to work on diverse projects while advancing your career. Candidates should have a RTPI accredited degree and ideally 1–3 years of relevant experience. The company supports professional development and offers a friendly environment fostering career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for professional development

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of post-graduate experience in a consultancy or local authority setting.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and relevant legislation.
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting site appraisals and planning feasibility studies.
• Providing expert planning advice to clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

RTPI accredited degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Town Planner – Manchester

Are you a talented Town Planner looking for your next career move? A well-established planning consultancy in Manchester is looking for an ambitious professional to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while developing your skills and advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting site appraisals and planning feasibility studies.
• Providing expert planning advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Engaging with local authorities and community groups.
• Supporting senior team members on larger, more complex projects.

Qualifications

• RTPI accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Town Planning or a related field.
• Ideally, 1–3 years of post-graduate experience in a consultancy or local authority setting.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to delivering high-quality work.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• A comprehensive benefits package, including a workplace pension and support for professional development.
• Opportunities to work on exciting and challenging projects that will expand your expertise.
• A friendly and supportive team environment that values collaboration and career growth.

This is an excellent chance to join a reputable consultancy that genuinely invests in its people. If you're looking for a role that offers variety, career progression, and the opportunity to make a real impact, this could be the perfect fit.

Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).