Job reference
252472_1785927173
Company Name
Salary
£40000 - £50000 per annum + Company Benefits
Location
Trafford Park
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
05/08/2026
Closing date
26/08/2026
Senior Town Planner
Location: Altrincham
Salary:£40-50,000
A growing and forward-thinking planning and development consultancy is looking to strengthen its team with the appointment of a Senior Town Planner in Altrincham. The consultancy has a strong focus on its people and provides commercially minded planning advice and creative solutions across a varied portfolio of projects throughout the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects from initial instruction through to completion.
* Undertaking planning research and preparing appraisals, statements, reports and planning applications.
* Developing planning strategies and providing commercially focused advice to clients.
* Managing planning applications proactively, including liaising with Local Planning Authorities and addressing issues as they arise.
* Leading on householder, minor and other planning applications, whilst supporting larger-scale development projects.
* Coordinating with clients, consultants, technical teams and other stakeholders throughout the planning process.
* Managing project deadlines and ensuring work is delivered accurately, efficiently and to a high standard.
* Supporting business development, developing professional networks and mentoring more junior members of the team.
About You
* A relevant degree, with a Master's qualification in Town Planning, Geography, Environmental Planning or a related subject desirable.
* Strong previous experience within town planning, ideally gained within a planning consultancy.
* Good knowledge of UK planning legislation, policy and the wider planning system.
* Proven experience managing planning applications and projects independently.
* Strong research, report writing and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical planning advice.
* Confidence dealing directly with clients, planning officers, consultants and other stakeholders.
* Excellent organisational and project management skills, with a commercially aware and proactive approach.
* RTPI Chartered status or progression towards MRTPI would be advantageous, alongside a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
What's on Offer
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional leave.
* Company bonus scheme and pension.
* Career break policy.
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
* Diverse and interesting project portfolio across the UK.
* Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities to develop client-facing and business development skills.
I look forward to hearing from you soon!