Town Planner / Senior Town Planner
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join a leading, independent planning and development consultancy in their Manchester office. This is an excellent role for someone with experience in planning who's looking to work on high-profile projects with a national impact.
You'll be joining a well-established team that supports a wide range of public and private sector clients, including major developers, investment institutions, and local authorities. With a strong reputation for delivering complex planning advice and solutions, this is a consultancy known for its high-quality work and positive working environment.

The Role
As a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner, you will play a central role in delivering expert planning advice and managing a broad range of projects, from commercial and urban housing to retail and leisure developments. You'll be expected to lead on elements of project delivery, prepare and submit planning applications and appeals, undertake site appraisals, and contribute to planning strategies and local plan representations.

What's on Offer
·Exposure to Major Projects: Work on high-profile developments across a variety of sectors and geographies.
·Clear Progression Path: Structured support for career development within a staff-owned, independent consultancy.
·Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values support, knowledge sharing, and work-life balance.
·Flexible Working: Hybrid working policy and a culture that prioritises individual needs and circumstances.
·Strong Remuneration: Competitive salary with profit-sharing bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits.

About You
·RTPI-accredited planning degree and ideally a Master's degree in a related field.
·Chartered Member of the RTPI (MRTPI).
·Proven experience in a planning consultancy, local authority, or developer environment.
·Strong written and verbal communication skills.
·Confident in managing multiple projects, client relationships, and working both independently and as part of a team.
·Commercial awareness and an interest in business development will be an advantage.

How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply with your up-to-date CV to ashleigh.waterhouse@carringtonwest.com or call 02393 876 054
 
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