Associate Town Planner Manchester (Hybrid Working Available) Leading UK Property & Planning Consultancy Are you an ambitious Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? We're working in partnership with a
top 10 UK property consultancy
to appoint an
Associate Town Planner
into their growing Manchester team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected, multidisciplinary business with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation across planning, development, infrastructure and rural sectors.
The Opportunity You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse portfolio of projects, working with a broad client base including developers, landowners, institutional investors and public sector organisations. This is a career-defining role offering: Exposure to major and complex planning projects The chance to lead client relationships and project teams A clear pathway to senior leadership
Key Responsibilities Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to delivery Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals Provide strategic planning advice to clients Manage client relationships and support business development Mentor and support junior team members Represent clients at hearings, inquiries and consultations
About You MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership) Strong experience within a consultancy or local authority environment Proven ability to manage projects and client relationships Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development Excellent communication and report writing skills
The Company Our client is a
national firm of chartered surveyors and property consultants, with
800+ professionals across a network of UK offices. They offer expertise across: Planning & development Infrastructure and utilities Rural and residential sectors Sustainability and ESG advisory Known for their collaborative culture and long-standing client relationships, they combine national scale with a strong regional presence.
What's on Offer Competitive salary and bonus Clear progression pathway to Director level Flexible / hybrid working Strong pipeline of high-quality work Supportive, collaborative team environment
Apply If you're an experienced Town Planner looking to step into an Associate-level role with real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion