Planner / Senior Planner - Manchester (2025)
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Planner/Senior Planner Opportunity in Planning and Development Consultancy in our Manchester office. Are you a highly motivated individual eager to embark on a career in a thriving and independent staff‑owned planning and development consultancy? We are seeking a Planner or Senior Planner who shares our passion for shaping the most exciting projects across the UK. We are a nationally recognised, multi‑award‑winning Planning Consultancy and proud to have been named one of Property Week magazine’s ‘Best Places to Work in Property’.
Why Join Lichfields?
* Dynamic Environment: You’ll be at the forefront of advising major clients on a diverse range of projects, taking on significant responsibilities right from the start and making a real difference. Projects will span residential and commercial developments.
* Competitive Rewards: Your hard work and dedication will be well‑rewarded, both financially and in career growth. We offer a highly competitive salary and profit‑sharing bonus scheme for all staff.
* Supportive Culture: We foster a supportive and collaborative culture where we take care of one another and have a busy calendar of staff and client social events.
* Flexibility and Inclusivity: We prioritise flexibility, work‑life balance and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As part of the Government's Disability Confident Committed Employer scheme, we actively support candidates with disabilities.
* Professional Development: This role comprises duties such as preparing planning applications and appeals; site appraisals; planning strategies; and development plan representations. You will provide advice and guidance on planning and land use to clients including developers, housebuilders, investment institutions, local planning authorities and other public or third‑sector organisations, throughout all stages of the planning process including Environmental Impact Assessments. For those working to become a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) within Planning and Development, we aim to accelerate your progress with support from our dedicated MENTOR scheme.
Equal Opportunities
Lichfields is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected characteristics. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
We expect candidates to have at least a 21 or equivalent at first degree, ideally a Master’s degree in RTPI/RICS accredited subjects, and have achieved, or be working towards, chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI). Candidates should also demonstrate good analytical, presentation and writing skills, together with a clear commitment to working in the planning and property development field. The role will require working on multiple varied projects, so proven ability to manage time, workload and problem‑solve is critical. Ideally you will also demonstrate the skills needed to market and innovate, as these are important elements of this role.
How to Apply
If you want to join Lichfields, please click ‘apply for this job online’ where you will need to upload your recent CV and a cover letter. Please provide full information about your education and professional qualifications, including attainment levels. If your application is successful, you will be invited for an interview at a time convenient to you. If you are inspired by what we stand for as a business, and seek to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Lichfields!
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Architecture and Planning
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