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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
* Advise clients on planning applications and development proposals.
* Prepare and submit planning documentation, reports, and applications.
* Undertake research and site appraisals to support development proposals.
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships.
* Contribute to the growth and reputation of the consultancy.
About You
* Relevant planning qualification (Town Planning or related discipline).
* Strong understanding of the UK planning system and local planning policies.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team.
* Positive, proactive, and client‑focused approach.
Benefits and Culture
* Generous holiday allowance and paid leave
* Celebration events and team socials
* Mental health and wellbeing support
* Professional and personal development opportunities
* Contributions towards professional subscriptions/memberships
* Recruitment incentives
* Pension and health cover
* Life cover
* Career progression and CPD support
* Occupational sick pay
* Team refreshments and excellent office facilities
* Enjoy working in a rural location with a healthy work:life balance
Contact
To find out more, or to arrange a confidential discussion, Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on 362 010 or email CVs and informal enquiries are welcome.
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