Town Planner | Senior Town Planner in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading town planning consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior Planner to manage planning applications and provide strategic advice. The ideal candidate is a Chartered Town Planner with strong stakeholder engagement skills and a proven track record of delivering high-quality results. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in Town Planning.
• Strong understanding of the planning system and regulations.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning applications from inception to approval.
• Deliver strategic planning advice to clients.
• Prepare reports and documentation for applications.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Education

Chartered Town Planner

Job description

The Role

Senior Planner

Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an independent Town Planning Consultancy in Manchester. Our client provides commercially astute and professional Town Planning and EIA advice, trusted by clients to navigate the planning system and achieve high-quality results efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning applications from inception to approval.
• Deliver strategic planning advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Undertake site assessments, feasibility studies, and policy analysis.
• Prepare reports, statements, and supporting documentation for applications, appeals, and planning strategies.
• Collaborate with Local Planning Authorities, architects, environmental consultants, legal advisors, and political engagement specialists to deliver positive outcomes.
• Mentor and support junior planners and EIA advisors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

About You

• Chartered Town Planner with significant post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of the planning system, policy, and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects and deliver high-quality results.
• Confident in client-facing and stakeholder engagement.

Why Join

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career development and mentoring

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, growing consultancy in Manchester, working on impactful projects and contributing to the development of the next generation of planning and EIA professionals.

Interested?