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Job Title: Planner / Senior Planner

Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and forward-thinking planning consultancy in their search for a Planner or Senior Planner to join their expanding Manchester team.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic consultancy working across a diverse and engaging portfolio of projects, including residential, commercial, education, retail & leisure, and hospitality developments.

You will play a key role as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through the planning process and helping to unlock development potential across a variety of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing expert planning advice

Manage planning applications and support appeals

Assess development opportunities across a range of sectors

Prepare high-quality reports and planning documentation

Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants

Support project delivery from early-stage advice through to consent

About You

Experience in a planning role (consultancy, local authority, or development)

Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline

MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership

Strong understanding of the UK planning system

Excellent communication and report writing skills

Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach

Proactive, organised, and a strong team player

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work across a wide variety of sectors and projects

Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Flexible, hybrid working arrangementsIf you're looking to take the next step in your planning career within a growing and ambitious consultancy, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.