Town Planner to Associate Planner

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established planning consultancy in Manchester is seeking two new planners at varying levels, from Planner to Associate. With a people-first culture and a strong focus on commercial and residential projects, this role offers a supportive environment. MRTPI qualification is required, along with a collaborative mindset and ambition to grow within the team.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast daily

Supportive, down-to-earth culture

Regular team socials

Qualifications

• A team player who values collaboration and clear communication.
• Ambition to grow within the business and be part of its long-term future.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert planning advice across a broad range of sectors.
• Engage in long-term growth and succession planning.

Skills

MRTPI-qualified

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

Job Description

A respected and long-standing planning consultancy in Manchester is looking to welcome two new planners into its growing team and will consider applications from Planner through to Associate level.

With over 15 years in the market, this established consultancy has built a reputation for quality, integrity, and people-first values. Their lean and highly experienced team delivers expert planning advice across a broad range of sectors, with a strong focus on commercial and residential projects, with clients who value clarity, collaboration, and creativity. The majority of their business comes from referrals and repeat clients.

Why Join?

Stunning Manchester Office - A vibrant, modern space in the city centre designed for collaborative working (They have complimentary breakfast daily!)
People-First Approach - A supportive, down-to-earth culture where people come first.
Long-Term Growth - The business is actively looking for long-term team members to play a role in its succession planning, with genuine opportunities to shape the future of the practice.
Learn From the Best - Work alongside senior professionals with decades of experience in a highly skilled team.
Sociable Culture - Regular team socials, informal gatherings, and a friendly atmosphere where people enjoy coming to work.
Diverse, High-Quality Projects - A strong pipeline of planning work across both residential and commercial sectors.

What They're Looking For:

MRTPI-qualified
A background in consultancy or public sector planning.
A team player who values collaboration and clear communication.
Someone with the ambition to grow within the business and be part of its long-term future.This is a fantastic opportunity for planners who want to grow with a business that values loyalty, development, and succession, not just short-term delivery.

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