Senior Town Planner

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • City, Manchester
  • Jul 27, 2025
Full time Executive

Job Description

REF: NEASMANC

Senior Town Planner - Manchester - Negotiable

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting for a well-established planning consultancy in Manchester that is expanding its team due to continued success.



The Role:

As a Senior Town Planner, you will work on a diverse range of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. You will be responsible for managing planning applications, liaising with clients and local authorities, and providing expert planning advice.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading and managing planning applications from inception to approval

  • Providing strategic planning advice to clients

  • Engaging with stakeholders and local authorities

  • Preparing detailed planning reports and statements

  • Mentoring junior planners and supporting team development



About You:

  • A minimum of 4 years' experience in town planning (private or public sector)

  • MRTPI qualification (or working towards it)

  • Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations and policies

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines



What's in It for You?

  • Competitive salary

  • Hybrid working options

  • Exciting projects and career progression opportunities

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment

If you're looking to take the next step in your planning career, apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat! You can call Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed). Alternatively you can send a copy of your CV to (url removed)