Town Planner – Manchester
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy in their search for a talented Town Planner to join their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-4 years’ post-graduate experience who is ready to take on more responsibility, work on a wide range of projects, and continue progressing their career in a supportive and ambitious consultancy environment.
The Role
* Assist in the preparation and management of planning applications, appraisals, and appeals.
* Contribute to the drafting of planning statements, development plan representations, and supporting documents.
* Undertake planning research and policy analysis to support project delivery.
* Engage with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders.
* Work across a diverse portfolio including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
* Support senior colleagues in delivering high-quality planning advice to clients.
About You
* An RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
* 2-4 years’ experience in planning, ideally within a consultancy or similar professional environment.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* A proactive, commercially aware, and solutions-focused approach.
* Progression towards MRTPI accreditation (or recently achieved).
Why Join?
* Opportunity to work with a respected and forward-thinking planning consultancy.
* Exposure to exciting, high-profile projects across the North West and beyond.
* Clear progression opportunities with ongoing professional development support.
* A collaborative and supportive team environment.
This is an exciting chance for a motivated Town Planner with 2-4 years’ experience to join a highly regarded consultancy in Manchester and further their career with a dynamic and growing team.
If you are interested in this role, please contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.
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