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Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Senior Planner for a forward-thinking planning consultancy located in Altrincham.
  • The role requires MRTPI qualification (or working towards it) and a minimum of three years of experience in private consultancy.
  • The Senior Planner will manage various planning projects, engage with clients and stakeholders, and prepare high-quality planning reports.
  • This position offers a salary of £40,000 to £50,000, along with flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.
  • Candidates will have the opportunity to grow their careers in a supportive environment while contributing to meaningful planning strategies.

Job Title: Senior PlannerLocation: Altrincham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a forward-thinking, people-focused planning consultancy that delivers tailored planning strategies across the full development lifecycle.

This award-winning team believes in more than just ticking boxes. They focus on building meaningful relationships, engaging in open dialogue, and working collaboratively with clients, local authorities, and consultant teams to unlock development potential and deliver results that are both commercially sound and socially valuable.

The RoleAs a Senior Planner, you'll join a growing and collaborative team based in Altrincham. You'll manage a broad mix of planning projects, taking them from early-stage discussions through to completion. Your ability to balance strategic insight with practical delivery will be crucial in ensuring clients receive an efficient, creative, and results-focused service.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to:

  • Take ownership of their projects and client relationships
  • Play a key role in shaping planning strategies that make a genuine impact
  • Grow their career in a supportive and dynamic environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage planning applications and appeals across a variety of sectors
  • Engage with clients, planning authorities, and stakeholders to drive forward positive outcomes
  • Prepare high-quality planning reports, policy appraisals, and supporting documents
  • Contribute to business development through networking and maintaining client relationships
  • Stay informed on changes in planning legislation, policy, and best practice

About You

  • MRTPI qualified (or working towards it) with experience in private consultancy.
  • Proven track record of handling planning applications and appeals
  • Commercial awareness and strong communication skills
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a collaborative approach
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail

What's on Offer

  • A people-first culture that encourages innovation, input, and ownership
  • Flexible working arrangements and a genuine focus on work-life balance
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing and well-respected consultancy
  • A collaborative team environment where your voice is heard

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website.This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.