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Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Job Title: Associate Town Planner

Location: Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for an Associate Town Planner to join their team in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Associate Town Planner to step into a key strategic role within the business. The position will play a crucial part in driving the team forward, with a strong emphasis on business development, client generation, and securing new opportunities across a varied project portfolio.

THE ROLE

As an Associate Town Planner, you will take a leading role in both project delivery and the growth of the business.

A core focus of this position will be on winning work, developing client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. Alongside this, you will oversee planning projects and provide strategic input across a range of developments, establishing yourself as a key figure within the team as an Associate Town Planner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leading on business development activities and generating new work
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Identifying and securing new project opportunities
  • Managing and overseeing planning applications and projects
  • Providing strategic planning advice to clients
  • Supporting and mentoring junior team members
  • Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
  • Contributing to the overall growth and direction of the business

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
  • MRTPI qualified
  • Significant experience within a planning consultancy environment
  • Proven track record in business development and winning work
  • Strong commercial awareness and networking ability
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and develop others
  • A proactive, driven, and ambitious mindset

WHAT’S ON OFFER

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to take on a key leadership role
  • Strong emphasis on business development and career progression
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to shape and grow a team within a dynamic consultancy

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Posted: April 9th, 2026