Job Title: Planner
Location: Knutsford
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing rural planning consultancy that prides itself on its friendly, inclusive culture. The team values everyone’s views, celebrates achievements, and creates an environment where people genuinely enjoy their work.
Based in the picturesque Cheshire countryside, this role offers the chance to swap traffic fumes for fresh country air while making a real difference for clients-helping to improve people’s lives and support small businesses.
The Opportunity
As a Planner, you will work closely with clients on a variety of planning projects, providing professional advice and support to ensure successful outcomes. You will join a collaborative team of consultants, designers, and project managers, where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth supported.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on planning work, client engagement, and contributing to a team culture that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
1. Advise clients on planning applications and development proposals.
2. Prepare and submit planning documentation, reports, and applications.
3. Undertake research and site appraisals to support development proposals.
4. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
5. Build and maintain strong client relationships.
6. Contribute to the growth and reputation of the consultancy.
About You
7. Relevant planning qualification (Town Planning or related discipline).
8. Strong understanding of the UK planning system and local planning policies.
9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
10. Ability to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team.
11. Positive, proactive, and client-focused approach.
Benefits & Culture
This consultancy offers a supportive and engaging environment, with benefits including:
12. Generous holiday allowance and paid leave
13. Celebration events and team socials
14. Mental health and wellbeing support
15. Professional and personal development opportunities
16. Contributions towards professional subscriptions/memberships
17. Recruitment incentives
18. Pension and health cover
19. Life cover
20. Career progression and CPD support
21. Occupational sick pay
22. Team refreshments and excellent office facilities
23. Enjoy working in a rural location with a healthy work-life balance