Job Details

Town Planner | Manchester

Salary: £35,000/£40,000

Penguin Recruitment are currently working with a well established and growing planning consultancy based in Manchester, who are looking to appoint a Town Planner to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to develop their career within a consultancy focused on strategic land, residential, commercial and renewable energy projects, gaining exposure to a varied range of planning work and working alongside experienced professionals.

The Role

• Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
• Undertaking planning research and providing planning advice
• Assisting with a variety of residential, commercial, strategic land and renewable energy projects
• Working collaboratively with clients, consultants and planning authorities
• Developing your professional and commercial planning skills

Requirements

• RTPI-accredited planning degree
• Strong research and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A proactive, adaptable and creative approach
• Motivation to learn and develop within consultancy
• Professional and collaborative attitude

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• 23 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working (1-2 days per week)
• Season travel ticket loan and cycle scheme
• Support and mentoring towards RTPI APC and/or ISEP accreditation, where applicable
• Manchester city-centre office at Piccadilly Place, directly next to Piccadilly Station

If you're a Town Planner looking for your next opportunity and would like to hear more about the role, please contact Efan Thomas at Penguin Recruitment on (url removed).