Senior Town Planner in Preston)

Job Title: Senior Town Planner

Location: Preston or Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well‑regarded and growing independent planning and development consultancy in the appointment of a Senior Town Planner. The practice provides high‑quality planning advice and project leadership, helping clients navigate the UK planning system with clarity and confidence.

The Role

• Lead and manage planning applications, appeals and strategic planning work from inception to determination
• Provide commercially focused planning advice across a range of development types including residential, commercial, energy, sports & leisure, and transport sectors
• Work with public consultees, local planning authorities and stakeholders to progress proposals effectively
• Support and mentor junior planning staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Help grow client relationships and support business development activities

About You

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
• MRTPI status or be actively working towards chartership
• Proven experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and the development management process
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects independently

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options based in Manchester or Preston
• Exposure to a broad and diverse portfolio of planning projects
• Professional development and CPD support
• A supportive, team‑oriented consultancy culture

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible.

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