Town Planning Roles – North West | £28,000 – £65,000+ | Private Sector Opportunities
Are you a town planner considering your next move – whether that’s a new challenge, a step up, or a change of environment?
I’m currently working with multiple private sector planning consultancies across the North West of England and North Wales , with live roles in Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Altrincham, Wilmslow and Preston . These firms vary in size, sector focus, and working style, offering a range of career opportunities tailored to different skills and ambitions.
Current roles include:
- Planner / Senior Planner
- Principal Planner
- Associate / Associate Director
Salaries range from £28,000 to £65,000+, depending on experience.
What’s on offer:
- A mix of boutique, regional, and national consultancies with strong project pipelines
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Diverse project exposure across residential, commercial, energy, mixed-use, regeneration, green infrastructure, and strategic land
- Full RTPI support and clear progression pathways
- Opportunities to shape teams, mentor junior staff, or take on client leadership responsibilities
Whether you’re more delivery-focused or commercially driven, there’s room for both.
- Business development-oriented planners will find roles that offer autonomy to grow client relationships, lead bids, and drive new work. DCO / NSIP experience is a real plus point for 2 of these businesses.
- Delivery-focused planners can thrive in technical, project-led roles with strong team support and long-term development
Who we’re looking for:
- Town planners from public or private sector backgrounds
- MRTPI chartered or working towards accreditation
- Individuals looking to grow their careers in a consultancy setting, whether through technical delivery or business leadership
If you’re based near Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Altrincham, Wilmslow or Preston this is a great time to explore what’s out there.
Contact Dan Butler
Email: dan.butler@hirecracker.com
Mobile: 07881 244 212
Office: 01244 739 999
Keywords: Town Planning, Development Management, RTPI, MRTPI, Planning Officer
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