Senior Town Planner Location: Bury St Edmunds Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting client to recruit a Senior Town Planner for their Bury St Edmunds office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to join a respected and growing consultancy, working on a varied portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors click apply for full job details
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Town Planner Location: Bury St Edmunds Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting client to recruit a Senior Town Planner for their Bury St Edmunds office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to join a respected and growing consultancy, working on a varied portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors click apply for full job details
Job Title: Town Planner - Development & Regeneration Location: Bingley, West Yorkshire Salary: £30,000-£40,000 per annum + benefits Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a world-leading sports surface and environmental development consultancy with the recruitment of a Town Planner to join their growing development team. Our client is a globally recognised consultancy specialising in the
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Town Planner - Development & Regeneration Location: Bingley, West Yorkshire Salary: £30,000-£40,000 per annum + benefits Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a world-leading sports surface and environmental development consultancy with the recruitment of a Town Planner to join their growing development team. Our client is a globally recognised consultancy specialising in the
Senior Town Planner - London London Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Benefits A leading global real estate advisory firm is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to join its growing Planning team in London . This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner to work on a diverse range of high-profile projects across the UK while progressing their career within a collaborative and commercially focused environment. The Opportunity You will join an established planning team that works closely with colleagues across development, investment, and consultancy services. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of projects including major mixed-use developments, residential-led schemes, urban regeneration projects, and strategic land promotions . You will play an active role in managing planning applications, advising clients, and helping to deliver commercially driven planning strategies. Key Responsibilities Manage and support the delivery of planning applications and appeals Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base Prepare planning appraisals, reports, and supporting documents Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants Support business development initiatives and help grow client relationships Mentor and support junior members of the team where appropriate About You MRTPI qualified (or working towards) Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline Experience within a consultancy, developer, or planning environment Strong knowledge of the UK planning system Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and ability to manage client relationships Why Apply? Work with a respected global real estate consultancy Exposure to complex and high-profile development projects Clear career progression within a growing planning team Supportive, collaborative team culture Competitive salary and benefits package Interested? For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch or apply with your CV to learn more.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Town Planner - London London Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Benefits A leading global real estate advisory firm is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to join its growing Planning team in London . This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner to work on a diverse range of high-profile projects across the UK while progressing their career within a collaborative and commercially focused environment. The Opportunity You will join an established planning team that works closely with colleagues across development, investment, and consultancy services. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of projects including major mixed-use developments, residential-led schemes, urban regeneration projects, and strategic land promotions . You will play an active role in managing planning applications, advising clients, and helping to deliver commercially driven planning strategies. Key Responsibilities Manage and support the delivery of planning applications and appeals Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base Prepare planning appraisals, reports, and supporting documents Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants Support business development initiatives and help grow client relationships Mentor and support junior members of the team where appropriate About You MRTPI qualified (or working towards) Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline Experience within a consultancy, developer, or planning environment Strong knowledge of the UK planning system Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and ability to manage client relationships Why Apply? Work with a respected global real estate consultancy Exposure to complex and high-profile development projects Clear career progression within a growing planning team Supportive, collaborative team culture Competitive salary and benefits package Interested? For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch or apply with your CV to learn more.
Assistant Town Planner Leeds Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, an established planning practice is urgently looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to work out of their Leeds based offices. The successful Assistant Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly residential, mixed use and commercial developments. It is anticipated that the successful Assistant Town Planner will have student membership with the RTPI and will be keen to pursue Chartered Membership. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant MSc in a Town Planning discipline (RTPI accredited) Some previous town planning experience either within a consultancy or local authority environment A full UK drivers licence In return the company are offering excellent career progression opportunities, a competitive starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Assistant Town Planner Leeds Salary: Negotiable depending on skills and experience Our client, an established planning practice is urgently looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to work out of their Leeds based offices. The successful Assistant Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly residential, mixed use and commercial developments. It is anticipated that the successful Assistant Town Planner will have student membership with the RTPI and will be keen to pursue Chartered Membership. For this role candidates are sought with: A relevant MSc in a Town Planning discipline (RTPI accredited) Some previous town planning experience either within a consultancy or local authority environment A full UK drivers licence In return the company are offering excellent career progression opportunities, a competitive starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the town planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Senior Infrastructure Planner / Senior Town and Country Planner Brighton 2 days per week in the office (or at site visits) / £60,000 plus excellent benefits (great pension) My client a leading utilities (CNI / Critical National Infrastructure organisation), seek an experienced Senior Infrastructure Planner (Internally known as Senior Town and Country Planner), to help shape the future of major infra click apply for full job details
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Infrastructure Planner / Senior Town and Country Planner Brighton 2 days per week in the office (or at site visits) / £60,000 plus excellent benefits (great pension) My client a leading utilities (CNI / Critical National Infrastructure organisation), seek an experienced Senior Infrastructure Planner (Internally known as Senior Town and Country Planner), to help shape the future of major infra click apply for full job details
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Job title: Senior Town Planner Location: Milton Keynes Salary: Flexible A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Senior Town Planner to join an independent fast growing Town Planning consultancy in the Milton Keynes area. With being in the industry for a number of years and over 30 years' experience collectively as a team we are looking for the successful candidate to be at a Senior level or looking
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Job title: Senior Town Planner Location: Milton Keynes Salary: Flexible A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Senior Town Planner to join an independent fast growing Town Planning consultancy in the Milton Keynes area. With being in the industry for a number of years and over 30 years' experience collectively as a team we are looking for the successful candidate to be at a Senior level or looking
Senior Town Planner Location: Bedford (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Negotiable (DOE) Hours: Full-Time, Permanent Due to continued growth, my client is a Senior Town Planner to join their planning team in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career, working on a diverse range of projects while contributing to the growth and success of our thriving office. Who we're looking for: Experience in either public or private sectors (private or public sector) Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (MRTPI or working towards is desirable) Strong understanding of the UK planning system and a broad range of planning issues Ability to manage and prioritise projects effectively, delivering high standards of work What you'll be doing: As a Senior Planner, you will work closely with senior colleagues while also taking ownership of smaller projects, depending on experience. Your role will involve: Providing commercial planning advice to a range of clients Preparing high-quality planning reports and submissions Managing and liaising with technical consultants as part of wider project teams Building and maintaining strong client relationships through networking and repeat business Engaging proactively with local planning authorities and key stakeholders Representing clients' commercial interests throughout the planning process How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply with your CV or call Georgia Cookson on (phone number removed), (url removed). Job reference number: 65189
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Senior Town Planner Location: Bedford (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Negotiable (DOE) Hours: Full-Time, Permanent Due to continued growth, my client is a Senior Town Planner to join their planning team in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career, working on a diverse range of projects while contributing to the growth and success of our thriving office. Who we're looking for: Experience in either public or private sectors (private or public sector) Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (MRTPI or working towards is desirable) Strong understanding of the UK planning system and a broad range of planning issues Ability to manage and prioritise projects effectively, delivering high standards of work What you'll be doing: As a Senior Planner, you will work closely with senior colleagues while also taking ownership of smaller projects, depending on experience. Your role will involve: Providing commercial planning advice to a range of clients Preparing high-quality planning reports and submissions Managing and liaising with technical consultants as part of wider project teams Building and maintaining strong client relationships through networking and repeat business Engaging proactively with local planning authorities and key stakeholders Representing clients' commercial interests throughout the planning process How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply with your CV or call Georgia Cookson on (phone number removed), (url removed). Job reference number: 65189
Town Planner Location: Exeter Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with a well respected consultancy, in their search for a Town Planner for their Exeter office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional to join a well-established, design-led consultancy with a strong reputation across the South West. You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential, co
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Town Planner Location: Exeter Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with a well respected consultancy, in their search for a Town Planner for their Exeter office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional to join a well-established, design-led consultancy with a strong reputation across the South West. You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential, co
A leading national planning consultancy is seeking a Chartered Town Planner to fill a Director role in Manchester. This position involves leading a planning team, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of the planning system. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £80k to £120k, along with a performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the future of the Manchester office.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
A leading national planning consultancy is seeking a Chartered Town Planner to fill a Director role in Manchester. This position involves leading a planning team, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of the planning system. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £80k to £120k, along with a performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the future of the Manchester office.
Job title: Senior Town Planner Location: Milton Keynes Salary: Flexible A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Senior Town Planner to join an independent fast growing Town Planning consultancy in the Milton Keynes area. With being in the industry for a number of years and over 30 years' experience collectively as a team we are looking for the successful candidate to be at a Senior level or looking
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Job title: Senior Town Planner Location: Milton Keynes Salary: Flexible A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Senior Town Planner to join an independent fast growing Town Planning consultancy in the Milton Keynes area. With being in the industry for a number of years and over 30 years' experience collectively as a team we are looking for the successful candidate to be at a Senior level or looking
Town Planning Director - Manchester (RTPI Chartered) Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) About the Role Our client, a leading national planning consultancy, is seeking an ambitious and experienced Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) to take on a pivotal role as Planning Director within their growing Manchester office. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where you will shape the direction of the Manchester team, manage a talented group of planning professionals, and play a central role in the consultancy's continued success across the North West. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management - inspire, mentor, and lead a team of town planners, ensuring professional development and high-quality output. Business Development - build new client relationships and expand the consultancy's profile across the region. Client Management - deliver outstanding planning advice and project leadership to a wide-ranging portfolio of clients. Strategic Input - contribute to business-wide planning, driving growth and strengthening the Manchester office's market position. About You We are looking for: A Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) with significant post-qualification experience. Proven leadership skills, with a track record of managing teams and projects. Strong business development capabilities and a natural ability to build client relationships. Excellent knowledge of the planning system and a track record of delivering successful outcomes. Why Join? National Reputation - work with a consultancy recognised as one of the UK's leaders in planning, design, and development. Diverse Projects - exposure to an exciting mix of large-scale developments, regeneration schemes, and strategic planning projects. Career Progression - genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of the Manchester office and shape your career trajectory at Director level. Reward & Recognition - a highly competitive salary (£80k-£120k) plus performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits package. Collaborative Culture - join a team where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are at the heart of everything they do. How to Apply If you are an ambitious Chartered Town Planner seeking a Director-level role where you can combine leadership, business growth, and client management, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take your career to the next level. CVs can be sent in confidence to or call to speak with our Director, Shaun Lewis.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Town Planning Director - Manchester (RTPI Chartered) Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) About the Role Our client, a leading national planning consultancy, is seeking an ambitious and experienced Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) to take on a pivotal role as Planning Director within their growing Manchester office. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where you will shape the direction of the Manchester team, manage a talented group of planning professionals, and play a central role in the consultancy's continued success across the North West. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management - inspire, mentor, and lead a team of town planners, ensuring professional development and high-quality output. Business Development - build new client relationships and expand the consultancy's profile across the region. Client Management - deliver outstanding planning advice and project leadership to a wide-ranging portfolio of clients. Strategic Input - contribute to business-wide planning, driving growth and strengthening the Manchester office's market position. About You We are looking for: A Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) with significant post-qualification experience. Proven leadership skills, with a track record of managing teams and projects. Strong business development capabilities and a natural ability to build client relationships. Excellent knowledge of the planning system and a track record of delivering successful outcomes. Why Join? National Reputation - work with a consultancy recognised as one of the UK's leaders in planning, design, and development. Diverse Projects - exposure to an exciting mix of large-scale developments, regeneration schemes, and strategic planning projects. Career Progression - genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of the Manchester office and shape your career trajectory at Director level. Reward & Recognition - a highly competitive salary (£80k-£120k) plus performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits package. Collaborative Culture - join a team where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are at the heart of everything they do. How to Apply If you are an ambitious Chartered Town Planner seeking a Director-level role where you can combine leadership, business growth, and client management, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take your career to the next level. CVs can be sent in confidence to or call to speak with our Director, Shaun Lewis.
About The Role Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 31 March 2026 Closing time: 11.59pm Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face) Applicants must have existing right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Qualification - Must hold a Degree in Planning Manchester is one of the world's greatest cities. A city with a reputation for innovation. A reputation for creativity. A thriving regional economy and a proud sense of identity. We are a city with a rich history, a vibrant present day, and much to look forward to in the future. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping this dynamic modern city. The role is within the Central Development Management Team of the Manchester Planning Service - a high profile, frontline service within the City Council. We are looking for a talented, ambitious town planner, who is committed to Manchester, and its vision, in order to realise outcomes for our residents, businesses and visitors. The Central Team is responsible for the implementation of the Council's planning policies for the ongoing physical regeneration of the City Centre. We have a number of nationally significant development areas including Corridor Manchester, First Street, Great Jackson Street and Piccadilly East as part of meeting our housing and economic growth objectives. The team is also responsible for managing the growth of the City Centre into a number of strategically important regeneration areas, including Victoria North, Strangeways, Ancoats and New Islington, Holt Town and the Etihad Campus, in order to create great places that bring people and communities together, attract investment and ensure that Manchester continues to thrive. To discuss the role, please contact Jennifer Atkinson (Principal Planning Manager) on or . About the Candidate Candidates would help ensure that new developments are in line with Council priorities, ensuring the highest standard of design together with meeting Manchester's ambitious target of being a Zero Carbon City by 2038. Working closely with the Planning Service's Urban Design, Heritage and Sustainability Team, the role would also require knowledge and understanding of historic buildings, other designated assets and climate objectives, together with relevant legislation, to ensure the City's growth responds positively to the historic environment and climate change objectives. The role would be office based in the Town Hall Extension in the centre of Manchester with candidates expected to undertake site visits, where initiative and professional judgement would need to be demonstrated in order to make sound planning decisions. Extensive engagement with elected members, residents, businesses and other stakeholders including heritage organisations would be a key requirement of the role in order to provide high levels of performance, customer service and deliver high quality development proposals in Manchester. There would also be close liaison with other council services to support corporate objectives and Council projects and initiatives. About Us We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: We take time to listen and understand We work together and trust each other We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things We're proud and passionate about Manchester Benefits we offer Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks. A buzzing pension - You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three times your salary as a lump sum. Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events. Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more. Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process. A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognise three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life. Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits. Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview. Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text to speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone. Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the following criteria: Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans Current or former care leavers Have a disability or long term condition If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application. When You Join Us We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering: A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work. Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice. A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability friendly. What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role that is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include: Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role. References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s). Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role. Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council. . click apply for full job details
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
About The Role Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 31 March 2026 Closing time: 11.59pm Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face) Applicants must have existing right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Qualification - Must hold a Degree in Planning Manchester is one of the world's greatest cities. A city with a reputation for innovation. A reputation for creativity. A thriving regional economy and a proud sense of identity. We are a city with a rich history, a vibrant present day, and much to look forward to in the future. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping this dynamic modern city. The role is within the Central Development Management Team of the Manchester Planning Service - a high profile, frontline service within the City Council. We are looking for a talented, ambitious town planner, who is committed to Manchester, and its vision, in order to realise outcomes for our residents, businesses and visitors. The Central Team is responsible for the implementation of the Council's planning policies for the ongoing physical regeneration of the City Centre. We have a number of nationally significant development areas including Corridor Manchester, First Street, Great Jackson Street and Piccadilly East as part of meeting our housing and economic growth objectives. The team is also responsible for managing the growth of the City Centre into a number of strategically important regeneration areas, including Victoria North, Strangeways, Ancoats and New Islington, Holt Town and the Etihad Campus, in order to create great places that bring people and communities together, attract investment and ensure that Manchester continues to thrive. To discuss the role, please contact Jennifer Atkinson (Principal Planning Manager) on or . About the Candidate Candidates would help ensure that new developments are in line with Council priorities, ensuring the highest standard of design together with meeting Manchester's ambitious target of being a Zero Carbon City by 2038. Working closely with the Planning Service's Urban Design, Heritage and Sustainability Team, the role would also require knowledge and understanding of historic buildings, other designated assets and climate objectives, together with relevant legislation, to ensure the City's growth responds positively to the historic environment and climate change objectives. The role would be office based in the Town Hall Extension in the centre of Manchester with candidates expected to undertake site visits, where initiative and professional judgement would need to be demonstrated in order to make sound planning decisions. Extensive engagement with elected members, residents, businesses and other stakeholders including heritage organisations would be a key requirement of the role in order to provide high levels of performance, customer service and deliver high quality development proposals in Manchester. There would also be close liaison with other council services to support corporate objectives and Council projects and initiatives. About Us We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city - a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: We take time to listen and understand We work together and trust each other We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things We're proud and passionate about Manchester Benefits we offer Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks. A buzzing pension - You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three times your salary as a lump sum. Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events. Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more. Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process. A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognise three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life. Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits. Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview. Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text to speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone. Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the following criteria: Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans Current or former care leavers Have a disability or long term condition If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application. When You Join Us We're a Disability Confident Employer, offering: A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work. Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice. A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability friendly. What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role that is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include: Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role. References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s). Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role. Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council. . click apply for full job details
Assistant Town Planner Location: Reading, Berkshire Salary: Competitive + benefits A leading UK property consultancy is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join its established planning team based in Reading . This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career planner to develop their expertise within a highly respected multidisciplinary environment, working on a diverse range of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior planners in delivering high-quality planning advice to a wide range of clients. You will gain exposure to the full planning process and play a key role in preparing and managing planning applications and supporting project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals Preparing supporting planning statements and reports Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and clients Monitoring planning policy updates and legislative changes Supporting senior team members on a variety of development projects About You Degree in Town Planning , Urban Planning , or a related discipline Working towards or interested in pursuing RTPI accreditation Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent research and analytical abilities Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple tasks Some relevant planning experience (placement, internship, or consultancy experience desirable) What's on Offer Exposure to high-profile development projects across the UK Support towards RTPI chartership Collaborative and supportive team environment Competitive salary and benefits package Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression This role would suit someone currently working in a planning consultancy, local authority, or a recent graduate with relevant experience who is looking to develop their career within a well-established and highly regarded planning team.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Assistant Town Planner Location: Reading, Berkshire Salary: Competitive + benefits A leading UK property consultancy is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join its established planning team based in Reading . This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career planner to develop their expertise within a highly respected multidisciplinary environment, working on a diverse range of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior planners in delivering high-quality planning advice to a wide range of clients. You will gain exposure to the full planning process and play a key role in preparing and managing planning applications and supporting project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals Preparing supporting planning statements and reports Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and clients Monitoring planning policy updates and legislative changes Supporting senior team members on a variety of development projects About You Degree in Town Planning , Urban Planning , or a related discipline Working towards or interested in pursuing RTPI accreditation Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent research and analytical abilities Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple tasks Some relevant planning experience (placement, internship, or consultancy experience desirable) What's on Offer Exposure to high-profile development projects across the UK Support towards RTPI chartership Collaborative and supportive team environment Competitive salary and benefits package Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression This role would suit someone currently working in a planning consultancy, local authority, or a recent graduate with relevant experience who is looking to develop their career within a well-established and highly regarded planning team.
A dynamic consultancy firm in Wales is seeking an experienced Principal Planner. You will collaborate within a professional team and manage various planning projects from submission to completion. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Planning, RTPI membership, and extensive experience in the field. The role promotes career growth and offers a flexible working model with competitive advantages including private medical care and more. Join a dedicated team where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
A dynamic consultancy firm in Wales is seeking an experienced Principal Planner. You will collaborate within a professional team and manage various planning projects from submission to completion. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Planning, RTPI membership, and extensive experience in the field. The role promotes career growth and offers a flexible working model with competitive advantages including private medical care and more. Join a dedicated team where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
Graduate Town Planner Location: Lincoln Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well respected property consultancy in their search for a Graduate Town Planner to join their established Planning team in Lincoln. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career planner to begin their professional journey within a respected multi-disciplinary property consultancy, gaining exposure to a broad mix of residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use projects. The Role As a Graduate Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues across a variety of planning projects, gaining hands-on experience through all stages of the planning process, from site appraisal and policy research to application submission and negotiation. Key Responsibilities Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications Supporting site appraisals and development feasibility assessments Conducting planning policy research and reviewing Local Plans Drafting Planning Statements and supporting documents Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and external consultants Attending site visits and client meetings where required Maintaining accurate project records and documentation Candidate Requirements RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline Strong understanding of the UK planning system Excellent written and verbal communication skills Organised with strong attention to detail Proactive approach and willingness to learn Full UK driving licence desirable What's on Offer Competitive graduate salary and benefits package Full support towards MRTPI Chartership Exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio Structured mentoring and professional development Clear career progression opportunities This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Planner looking to launch their career within a supportive and well-established consultancy in Lincoln. If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on or email at .
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Graduate Town Planner Location: Lincoln Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well respected property consultancy in their search for a Graduate Town Planner to join their established Planning team in Lincoln. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career planner to begin their professional journey within a respected multi-disciplinary property consultancy, gaining exposure to a broad mix of residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use projects. The Role As a Graduate Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues across a variety of planning projects, gaining hands-on experience through all stages of the planning process, from site appraisal and policy research to application submission and negotiation. Key Responsibilities Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications Supporting site appraisals and development feasibility assessments Conducting planning policy research and reviewing Local Plans Drafting Planning Statements and supporting documents Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and external consultants Attending site visits and client meetings where required Maintaining accurate project records and documentation Candidate Requirements RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline Strong understanding of the UK planning system Excellent written and verbal communication skills Organised with strong attention to detail Proactive approach and willingness to learn Full UK driving licence desirable What's on Offer Competitive graduate salary and benefits package Full support towards MRTPI Chartership Exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio Structured mentoring and professional development Clear career progression opportunities This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Planner looking to launch their career within a supportive and well-established consultancy in Lincoln. If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on or email at .
Town Planner Location: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a very well respected consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their Cardiff office. This is an exciting opportunity for a planning professional to join a respected national consultancy, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. The Role As a Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering planning advice and managing applications across a wide range of development projects throughout Wales and the wider UK. You will work closely with senior colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to provide strategic, commercially focused planning solutions. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy research Drafting high-quality Planning Statements and supporting reports Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders Managing smaller projects independently while supporting larger schemes Attending client meetings and site visits Monitoring planning legislation and policy updates Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership Experience within consultancy or local authority Good understanding of the Welsh planning system (desirable) Strong written and verbal communication skills Proactive and organised approach to project management What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working flexibility Structured support towards MRTPI Chartership Exposure to nationally significant and high-profile projects Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing team This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner looking to advance their career within a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy in Cardiff. If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on or email at
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Town Planner Location: Cardiff Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a very well respected consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their Cardiff office. This is an exciting opportunity for a planning professional to join a respected national consultancy, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. The Role As a Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering planning advice and managing applications across a wide range of development projects throughout Wales and the wider UK. You will work closely with senior colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to provide strategic, commercially focused planning solutions. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy research Drafting high-quality Planning Statements and supporting reports Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders Managing smaller projects independently while supporting larger schemes Attending client meetings and site visits Monitoring planning legislation and policy updates Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership Experience within consultancy or local authority Good understanding of the Welsh planning system (desirable) Strong written and verbal communication skills Proactive and organised approach to project management What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working flexibility Structured support towards MRTPI Chartership Exposure to nationally significant and high-profile projects Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing team This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner looking to advance their career within a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy in Cardiff. If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on or email at
Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract page is loaded Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contractremote type: Praca z domulocations: Home-Based - GBR: Home Based - NItime type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajjob requisition id: We're looking for a skilled and experienced Principal Planning Consultant to join our market-leading Planning Resilience team at Capita. This is a flexible contract opportunity, open to applicants across the UK and Northern Ireland, where you'll be paid for the hours you work. As the Principal Planner, you'll be able to demonstrate at least 8 years of experience within Planning Policy or Development Management. You will be expected to lead on major planning applications, provide expert advice on local plans, and help drive service improvements for our Local Authority clients. With access to a wide range of projects and a supportive team of planning professionals, this is a chance to make a real impact-on your career and the communities we serve. This role will be paid on an hourly rate based on variable hours, depending on work available. Job title: Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract Job Description: What you'll be doing Process major planning applications in a timely manner, producing robust reports and recommendations to achieve desired and deliverable outcomes. Undertake pre application discussions on major proposals, some under Planning Performance Agreements Prepare and present evidence on appeals for external clients. Working with our clients and partner Councils, you will be required to work flexibly on a range of projects across strategic planning and development management including Local Plans and supporting evidence, Supplementary Planning Documents, CIL/S106 and Sustainability Appraisal. You will provide high quality timely professional advice and direction on planning matters being proactive and problem-solving as required by the client. Leading on consultation and engagement activities, to include coordination and review of public consultation representations and responding to queries from members of the public or Councillors as required. Contribute to the delivery and improvement of business management systems, procedures and processes. Provide support and guidance to peers and more junior staff and ensure contemporary planning issues and legislation are cascaded and understood. Support the growth of the team by making a positive contribution to business development, securing repeat work and applying a commercial lens to all work undertaken. Provide consistently high quality professional advice on planning matters to clients, members of the public, councillors and others as necessary. Negotiate with applicants and a wide range of stakeholders in order to obtain high quality outcomes within given time constraints set out in our contractual arrangements with clients. Provide concise, accurate, justified and timely reports and recommendations on major planning applications and pre application discussions applying current legislation and policy changes as appropriate. Keep up to date with current and emerging policy development at a local, regional and national level so that clients are in a strong position to benefit from existing policies and potential changes. Be involved in service improvements and our business operations to ensure resilience competitive edge, efficiency and effectiveness going forward. What we're looking for Essential: Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including proven expertise as an expert witness at Planning Inquiries/Local Plan Examination. Demonstrable experience working as a Principal Planning Officer or Consultant in the public sector is essential; experience across both public and private sectors would be advantageous. A high level of knowledge, understanding and application of current and emerging planning legislation. Full, clean UK Driving License with the willingness to travel to meet our client requirements About Capita Local Public Service Capita Public deliver services and solutions that keep the UK government including local councils running and improving services to the public. Capita Local Public Services (LPS) is a £170m business with 3,000 staff working in a matrix operating model to deliver services to over 50 clients, encompassing both Local Government and Community Health (NHS) Capita has a long and rich history working with Local Government and the NHS and both markets are central to our growth strategy for the next 5 years. Unlock Your Potential with Capita At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You are part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We're committed to your growth - offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued What we hope you'll do next: Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. Equal Opportunities At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email or call and we'll get back to you to discuss.For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - Location: Home-Based - GBR,Zjednoczone Królestwo Time Type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzin Contract Type: Dorywczy Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes - for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business - in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people's lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract page is loaded Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contractremote type: Praca z domulocations: Home-Based - GBR: Home Based - NItime type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajjob requisition id: We're looking for a skilled and experienced Principal Planning Consultant to join our market-leading Planning Resilience team at Capita. This is a flexible contract opportunity, open to applicants across the UK and Northern Ireland, where you'll be paid for the hours you work. As the Principal Planner, you'll be able to demonstrate at least 8 years of experience within Planning Policy or Development Management. You will be expected to lead on major planning applications, provide expert advice on local plans, and help drive service improvements for our Local Authority clients. With access to a wide range of projects and a supportive team of planning professionals, this is a chance to make a real impact-on your career and the communities we serve. This role will be paid on an hourly rate based on variable hours, depending on work available. Job title: Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract Job Description: What you'll be doing Process major planning applications in a timely manner, producing robust reports and recommendations to achieve desired and deliverable outcomes. Undertake pre application discussions on major proposals, some under Planning Performance Agreements Prepare and present evidence on appeals for external clients. Working with our clients and partner Councils, you will be required to work flexibly on a range of projects across strategic planning and development management including Local Plans and supporting evidence, Supplementary Planning Documents, CIL/S106 and Sustainability Appraisal. You will provide high quality timely professional advice and direction on planning matters being proactive and problem-solving as required by the client. Leading on consultation and engagement activities, to include coordination and review of public consultation representations and responding to queries from members of the public or Councillors as required. Contribute to the delivery and improvement of business management systems, procedures and processes. Provide support and guidance to peers and more junior staff and ensure contemporary planning issues and legislation are cascaded and understood. Support the growth of the team by making a positive contribution to business development, securing repeat work and applying a commercial lens to all work undertaken. Provide consistently high quality professional advice on planning matters to clients, members of the public, councillors and others as necessary. Negotiate with applicants and a wide range of stakeholders in order to obtain high quality outcomes within given time constraints set out in our contractual arrangements with clients. Provide concise, accurate, justified and timely reports and recommendations on major planning applications and pre application discussions applying current legislation and policy changes as appropriate. Keep up to date with current and emerging policy development at a local, regional and national level so that clients are in a strong position to benefit from existing policies and potential changes. Be involved in service improvements and our business operations to ensure resilience competitive edge, efficiency and effectiveness going forward. What we're looking for Essential: Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including proven expertise as an expert witness at Planning Inquiries/Local Plan Examination. Demonstrable experience working as a Principal Planning Officer or Consultant in the public sector is essential; experience across both public and private sectors would be advantageous. A high level of knowledge, understanding and application of current and emerging planning legislation. Full, clean UK Driving License with the willingness to travel to meet our client requirements About Capita Local Public Service Capita Public deliver services and solutions that keep the UK government including local councils running and improving services to the public. Capita Local Public Services (LPS) is a £170m business with 3,000 staff working in a matrix operating model to deliver services to over 50 clients, encompassing both Local Government and Community Health (NHS) Capita has a long and rich history working with Local Government and the NHS and both markets are central to our growth strategy for the next 5 years. Unlock Your Potential with Capita At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You are part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We're committed to your growth - offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued What we hope you'll do next: Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. Equal Opportunities At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email or call and we'll get back to you to discuss.For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - Location: Home-Based - GBR,Zjednoczone Królestwo Time Type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzin Contract Type: Dorywczy Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes - for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business - in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people's lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.
Town Planner - Rural Planning Consultancy Location: Knutsford Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Employment Type: Full-time, permanent I'm partnering with a well-established rural planning consultancy that supports landowners, farmers, and rural businesses across the UK. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, specialising in agricultural, equestrian, and rural development projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their friendly and dedicated team. The Role As a Town Planner, you will: Manage a varied caseload of rural and agricultural planning projects Prepare and submit planning applications, appraisals, and supporting reports Undertake site visits and liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders Provide clear, accurate planning guidance tailored to rural land use and development Support senior planners on more complex schemes, with the opportunity to progress quickly About You We're looking for someone who: Has a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Is MRTPI qualified or working toward chartership Has experience in a planning consultancy or local authority (rural/agricultural experience is a bonus but not essential) Can manage projects independently and communicate confidently with clients Enjoys variety and has a genuine interest in rural development Why Join? Work with a respected rural consultancy known for high-quality service Supportive environment with real opportunities for progression Flexible working arrangements Exposure to diverse, interesting rural projects Friendly, down-to-earth team culture If you're a motivated planner looking to develop your career within a specialist rural environment, I'd love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, please get in touch.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Town Planner - Rural Planning Consultancy Location: Knutsford Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Employment Type: Full-time, permanent I'm partnering with a well-established rural planning consultancy that supports landowners, farmers, and rural businesses across the UK. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, specialising in agricultural, equestrian, and rural development projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their friendly and dedicated team. The Role As a Town Planner, you will: Manage a varied caseload of rural and agricultural planning projects Prepare and submit planning applications, appraisals, and supporting reports Undertake site visits and liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders Provide clear, accurate planning guidance tailored to rural land use and development Support senior planners on more complex schemes, with the opportunity to progress quickly About You We're looking for someone who: Has a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Is MRTPI qualified or working toward chartership Has experience in a planning consultancy or local authority (rural/agricultural experience is a bonus but not essential) Can manage projects independently and communicate confidently with clients Enjoys variety and has a genuine interest in rural development Why Join? Work with a respected rural consultancy known for high-quality service Supportive environment with real opportunities for progression Flexible working arrangements Exposure to diverse, interesting rural projects Friendly, down-to-earth team culture If you're a motivated planner looking to develop your career within a specialist rural environment, I'd love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, please get in touch.
Assistant Town Planner - Oxford Confidential Independent Planning Consultancy External Recruitment Campaign A respected, design-conscious independent planning consultancy-kept confidential at this stage-is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing Oxford team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate or early-career planner to work closely with experienced professionals on a wide variety of projects across the region. The firm is known for its high-quality work, personable culture, and strong reputation for delivering intelligent planning solutions in sectors including residential, rural, heritage, mixed-use, and commercial development. The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues in delivering planning advice, preparing application material, and helping manage projects from early-stage feasibility through to determination. Your responsibilities will typically include: Preparing planning statements, supporting documents, and application submissions Conducting research and site appraisals to assess development potential Assisting with policy review, planning history checks, and evidence gathering Liaising with local authorities, clients, and consultants Supporting senior staff with appeals, public consultations, and reporting Helping to maintain project files and ensuring smooth delivery of deadlines The role provides hands-on experience, client exposure, and ongoing professional training. About You We are looking for a planner who is enthusiastic, detail-focused, and genuinely passionate about the built environment. You should have: A relevant degree in Town Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, or similar Ideally some experience in a consultancy or local authority (placement year or 6-12 months+) Strong written communication skills and an interest in preparing planning documentation A good understanding of the UK planning system and current policy Confidence working both independently and as part of a small team A proactive, collaborative approach and willingness to learn Candidates working toward, or intending to work toward, RTPI accreditation are particularly encouraged. Why Join This Consultancy? The organisation offers the advantages of a close-knit, independent practice: Direct mentorship from highly experienced planning professionals Early responsibility and involvement in diverse project work A supportive, friendly culture with genuine opportunities for progression Varied work across rural, urban, and heritage contexts Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working and a well-located Oxford office This is a role where your development is taken seriously and your contribution is genuinely valued.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Assistant Town Planner - Oxford Confidential Independent Planning Consultancy External Recruitment Campaign A respected, design-conscious independent planning consultancy-kept confidential at this stage-is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing Oxford team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate or early-career planner to work closely with experienced professionals on a wide variety of projects across the region. The firm is known for its high-quality work, personable culture, and strong reputation for delivering intelligent planning solutions in sectors including residential, rural, heritage, mixed-use, and commercial development. The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues in delivering planning advice, preparing application material, and helping manage projects from early-stage feasibility through to determination. Your responsibilities will typically include: Preparing planning statements, supporting documents, and application submissions Conducting research and site appraisals to assess development potential Assisting with policy review, planning history checks, and evidence gathering Liaising with local authorities, clients, and consultants Supporting senior staff with appeals, public consultations, and reporting Helping to maintain project files and ensuring smooth delivery of deadlines The role provides hands-on experience, client exposure, and ongoing professional training. About You We are looking for a planner who is enthusiastic, detail-focused, and genuinely passionate about the built environment. You should have: A relevant degree in Town Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, or similar Ideally some experience in a consultancy or local authority (placement year or 6-12 months+) Strong written communication skills and an interest in preparing planning documentation A good understanding of the UK planning system and current policy Confidence working both independently and as part of a small team A proactive, collaborative approach and willingness to learn Candidates working toward, or intending to work toward, RTPI accreditation are particularly encouraged. Why Join This Consultancy? The organisation offers the advantages of a close-knit, independent practice: Direct mentorship from highly experienced planning professionals Early responsibility and involvement in diverse project work A supportive, friendly culture with genuine opportunities for progression Varied work across rural, urban, and heritage contexts Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working and a well-located Oxford office This is a role where your development is taken seriously and your contribution is genuinely valued.
Senior Town Planner Location: Southampton, Hampshire Salary: Competitive + bonus + excellent benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent An international property and planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its established planning team based in Southampton . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to join a market-leading multidisciplinary property consultancy , working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, mixed-use, commercial and strategic land sectors . The successful candidate will be part of a highly respected planning team delivering high-quality planning advice to a broad client base including developers, landowners, investors and public sector organisations . The role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the South Coast and wider UK , with clear progression opportunities within a globally recognised consultancy. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in managing planning projects, advising clients and supporting the delivery of successful planning outcomes. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing and managing planning applications, appeals and development proposals Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of development sectors Managing projects from initial site appraisal through to planning determination Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders and multidisciplinary consultant teams Supporting site promotion and Local Plan representations Assisting with client relationship management and business development Supporting and mentoring junior planners within the team About You The ideal candidate will have: 5+ years' experience in town planning , ideally within consultancy A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI chartership (or close to achieving) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process Experience managing planning applications and client projects Excellent written communication and report writing skills Strong organisational and project management abilities What's on Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience Performance-related bonus Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on major development and strategic planning projects A collaborative team environment within a global property consultancy Clear career progression and professional development opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to progress their career within a leading property consultancy delivering planning and development advice on a wide range of high-profile projects. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Town Planner Location: Southampton, Hampshire Salary: Competitive + bonus + excellent benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent An international property and planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its established planning team based in Southampton . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to join a market-leading multidisciplinary property consultancy , working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, mixed-use, commercial and strategic land sectors . The successful candidate will be part of a highly respected planning team delivering high-quality planning advice to a broad client base including developers, landowners, investors and public sector organisations . The role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the South Coast and wider UK , with clear progression opportunities within a globally recognised consultancy. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in managing planning projects, advising clients and supporting the delivery of successful planning outcomes. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing and managing planning applications, appeals and development proposals Providing strategic planning advice to clients across a range of development sectors Managing projects from initial site appraisal through to planning determination Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders and multidisciplinary consultant teams Supporting site promotion and Local Plan representations Assisting with client relationship management and business development Supporting and mentoring junior planners within the team About You The ideal candidate will have: 5+ years' experience in town planning , ideally within consultancy A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI chartership (or close to achieving) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and development process Experience managing planning applications and client projects Excellent written communication and report writing skills Strong organisational and project management abilities What's on Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience Performance-related bonus Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on major development and strategic planning projects A collaborative team environment within a global property consultancy Clear career progression and professional development opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to progress their career within a leading property consultancy delivering planning and development advice on a wide range of high-profile projects. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
