Town Planning Consultant in Trafford Park)

Penguin Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Altrincham is seeking a Town Planning Consultant. The role involves translating research into actionable plans, managing projects, and collaborating with teams. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and experience in the private sector, with a passion for placemaking and creating sustainable spaces.

Benefits

26 days leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Company bonus scheme

Pension

Career break policy

Qualifications

• Experience in the private sector.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Translate site research into written outputs.
• Prepare project updates for clients.
• Lead application monitoring and manage design teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Research

Education

Master's degree in Urban Planning

Master's degree in Geography

Master's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Town Planning Consultant

Location: Altrincham, UK

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to support a specialist planning consultancy seeking an enthusiastic Town Planning Consultant to join their team.

The experienced team offers a comprehensive range of planning services, guiding projects from initial concept to completion. They are proactive, collaborative, and creative, tailoring bespoke town planning strategies to deliver results.

The company is passionate about placemaking—creating spaces for living, working, and recreation. They aim to create lasting places that benefit future generations and seek a planner who shares this passion.

Candidate Requirements:

• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Experience in the private sector
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple deadlines

Role Responsibilities:

• Translate site research into written outputs with minimal supervision
• Review planning policies and history, articulating key findings and initial strategies for discussion
• Prepare project updates for clients with minimal input
• Lead proactive application monitoring and manage technical/design teams for householder and minor applications

Required Capabilities:

• Actively seek opportunities to grow professional networks with follow-up strategies
• Manage projects with limited supervision, alerting senior staff to issues with suggested solutions
• Conduct thorough research, interpret planning policies, and formulate strategies
• Independently prepare small-scale planning applications with limited support

What This Role Offers:

• 26 days leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional leave
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements in a office-based environment
• Company bonus scheme and pension
• Career break policy
• Competitive salary and benefits