Location
Manchester
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
16/10/2025
Closing date
06/11/2025
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner | Town Planner
Location: Manchester
Penguin Recruitment is currently supporting a nationally recognised planning consultancy in their search for talented individuals to join their Manchester office as Assistant Planner and Planner / Senior Planner.
About the Company
The consultancy is an innovative, insight-driven professional services business delivering town planning consultancy to both public and private sector clients. With a team of over 50 across multiple UK offices, the business places real value on its people, fostering a culture rooted in inclusivity, empowerment, and sustainable development.
They offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working, and the chance to be part of a successful and growing national practice. The consultancy has a broad portfolio, working across sectors including Strategic Land, Regeneration, Retail & Leisure, Later Living, and more, supported by market-leading Analytics and Research.
The Roles
The Manchester office has opportunities for:
* Assistant Planner - minimum 12 months' relevant experience
* Planner - minimum 2 years' relevant experience
Working across Regeneration, Retail & Leisure, and Strategic Land, these roles will involve supporting a diverse range of projects, including brownfield and major residential developments, strategic residential promotion, town centre and retail/leisure proposals, older persons' schemes, and major health developments.
Candidates should hold a relevant degree and either be working towards RTPI Chartership or already hold RTPI status. These roles offer the chance to work under the guidance of senior colleagues while building your skills and experience across a varied and high-profile portfolio.
About You
You are motivated by using your skills to benefit clients, eager to grow through a structured learning framework, and thrive in a supportive, people-focused environment.
Interested?