Job Description
Job title: Town Planner
Salary: Competitive
Location: Manchester
We're working with a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy that is looking to appoint a talented Town Planner to join its established planning team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who is looking to work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across the UK, within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering planning advice across a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, regeneration, energy and mixed-use developments. You'll be joining a team known for delivering innovative and sustainable planning solutions on complex and nationally significant projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients and project teams
* Supporting the delivery of major development and infrastructure projects
* Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants
* Undertaking site appraisals, policy reviews and planning research
* Assisting with business development and client relationship management
Requirements:
* Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership
* Previous experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
* Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Commercial awareness and strong stakeholder management abilities
What's on Offer:
* Opportunity to work on nationally significant and high-impact projects
* Clear career progression and professional development support
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Inclusive, collaborative and people-focused culture
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career with a market-leading consultancy that places sustainability, innovation and employee development at the heart of its business.