Senior Town Planner
Location: Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be representing a highly regarded planning consultancy based in Manchester, in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take the next step in their career, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed use developments. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice and creating successful planning strategies that balance innovation, sustainability, and client needs.

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid and flexible working options
Excellent progression prospects within a growing consultancy
Ongoing support for professional development and training
A friendly and collaborative working culture

The Role:
As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a pivotal role in managing a wide variety of planning projects and supporting clients through all stages of the planning process. Your key responsibilities will include:

Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and development appraisals
Managing client relationships and liaising with local authorities and key stakeholders
Undertaking site appraisals and preparing planning reports and statements
Providing strategic planning advice to clients
Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
Contributing to business development initiatives and maintaining client relationships

About You:

MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership)
4-7 years of planning experience, ideally within consultancy or a development led environment
Strong understanding of planning policy, legislation, and the UK planning system
Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Confident, commercially minded, and motivated by career progression

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to join a supportive and forward thinking consultancy that encourages professional growth and rewards success.

If you're interested in taking the next step in your planning career, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential discussion.