Associate Planner : Manchester (Hybrid Working)
GBP Competitive Salary + Benefits. Leading Independent Planning Consultancy.
Role
You’re an experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step into a leadership role. We are partnering with a respected, design‑focused planning consultancy based in Manchester, seeking an ambitious Associate Planner to join our growing team.
This is an opportunity to work with a progressive and personable practice that’s making a real mark across the North West and beyond. We’re known for our collaborative culture, creative problem‑solving, and high‑quality planning advice across residential, commercial, and mixed‑use developments.
Responsibilities
* Managing a diverse portfolio of planning applications and appeals
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients and project teams
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships
* Overseeing the work of junior planners and contributing to their development
* Supporting business growth and taking an active role in the consultancy’s continued expansion
About You
* Chartered MRTPI status
* Significant experience in a planning consultancy environment
* A strong track record of managing complex planning projects
* Excellent report‑writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
* A commercial mindset and a proactive, collaborative approach
Why Join?
* Work for a well‑established, independent consultancy with a strong reputation for quality and integrity
* Flexible hybrid working and a supportive, down‑to‑earth team culture
* Genuine opportunities to progress to Director level as the business grows
* Exposure to a wide range of exciting projects shaping communities across the UK
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
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