Job Description
Job Title: Senior Town PlannernnLocation: Manchester nnPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and forward-thinking planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team.nnWith offices based in Manchester and Leeds, this dynamic consultancy delivers a wide and interesting range of projects across the UK. Their portfolio spans residential, commercial, education, retail & leisure, hospitality, and a variety of other exciting sectors, offering the successful candidate excellent exposure to diverse and high-quality work.nnThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take on greater responsibility and play a key role in project delivery, client management, and mentoring junior team members within a supportive and collaborative environment.nnKey Responsibilities:nnLeading and managing planning applications and appealsnProviding strategic planning advice to a diverse client basenManaging projects across multiple sectors from inception to completionnBuilding and maintaining strong client relationshipsnMentoring and supporting junior plannersnEngaging with stakeholders, consultants, and local authoritiesThe ideal candidate will demonstrate:nnA relevant planning degree (or equivalent)nMRTPI status (or close to achieving)nStrong experience within a consultancy or local authority settingnExcellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skillsnA proactive, commercially aware, and client-focused approachIn return, the successful candidate will join a respected consultancy that offers genuine career progression, a friendly and collaborative culture, and the opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of high-profile projects.nnIf you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact within a growing consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.nnInterested?n n The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
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