Senior Town Planner | Greater Manchester

Competitive Salary Plus Benefits | Permanent

Ref: DB090

A leading planning and environmental consultancy are looking for a Senior Town Planner. The successful candidate will work across a diverse range of projects such as energy, nuclear, regeneration & placemaking, infrastructure, residential, commercial, waste, and minerals.

Senior Town Planner Responsibilities

Support colleagues in progressing major planning and development projects
Manage small to medium-sized planning applications independently
Undertake research, site assessments, and policy analysis
Prepare planning appraisals for land, buildings, and development concepts
Draft planning reports, statements, and application documents
Engage with planning officers, consultees, and other third-party stakeholders
Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and professional partners
Develop innovative and practical planning solutions
Take financial responsibility for small and medium-scale projects from inception to completion
Stay up to date on planning policy, regulations, and best practice
Attend external meetings and events, including delivering presentations when required

Senior Town Planner Requirements

Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline, with a strong interest in planning
Experience within either the public or private sector
Chartered or working towards MRTPI
Understanding of planning principles and UK planning processes
Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills
A proactive problem-solver with a creative and analytical mindset

Why This Role?

Competitive salary
Annual performance-based bonus
Pension contributions
Private healthcare
Professional membership fees
Opportunities for career development and progression
Flexible working options, including a blend of home and office-based work
A supportive, employee-focused ownership structure with additional associated benefits

Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) | (phone number removed)