Assistant Planner | Town Planner

Location:

Manchester (M15) – Lancashire, North West, United Kingdom

Salary:

Negotiable

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132643983

Posted On: 

20 January 2026

Town Planner – Manchester

Location: Manchester (Hybrid/Flexible working)
Level: Planner

A well-established and highly regarded UK planning consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to join its Manchester team, as part of continued growth across the North West.

This consultancy advises leading developers, landowners, and public-sector bodies on a wide range of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic development projects. The Manchester office plays a key role in delivering high-profile schemes across Greater Manchester and the wider North of England.

The Role

Based in Manchester, you will work closely with colleagues across planning, development, and environmental disciplines, contributing to projects from early strategy through to delivery. Responsibilities will include:

Preparing and managing planning applications and supporting documentation
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Advising clients on planning strategy, risk, and site promotion
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Undertaking planning policy research, site appraisals, and due diligence
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Engaging with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
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Supporting or leading appeals, representations, and planning statements (depending on experience)

The role can be shaped around your experience level, offering hands-on support for early-career planners and greater autonomy for more experienced candidates.

About You

Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
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MRTPI qualified or actively working towards chartership
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Experience in consultancy or local authority planning is welcomed
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Strong communication and report-writing skills
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A proactive, commercially aware approach with an interest in the North West planning market

What’s On Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
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Clear and structured career progression
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Exposure to significant projects across Manchester and the wider region
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
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Supportive, collaborative, and professional team environment

If you’re a Town Planner based in-or looking to relocate to-Manchester and want to work on meaningful projects with a respected consultancy, this is an excellent opportunity. Contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment for more

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