Location
Manchester
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
07/12/2025
Closing date
28/12/2025
Senior / Associate Town Planner - Design-Led Consultancy
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: £45,000-£60,000 DOE + benefits
Are you an experienced Town Planner who thrives in a creative, design-focused environment? We're representing a respected, multidisciplinary practice with a strong reputation for delivering planning and architectural solutions that genuinely enhance places and communities.
This is a key appointment for a Senior or Associate-level planner, joining a growing planning team within an established consultancy known for its collaborative culture, high-quality design ethos and diverse project portfolio.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will:
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Lead planning strategy, applications and appeals across residential, mixed-use, commercial and regeneration projects
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Act as trusted advisor to clients, helping shape development proposals from concept through to delivery
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Provide mentorship and leadership to junior planners and contribute to the growth of the planning team
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Collaborate closely with in-house architects and urban designers to create integrated and sustainable schemes
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders
About the Consultancy
Our client is a design-driven consultancy combining planning, architecture and urban design under one roof. Their approach integrates creativity with commercial awareness, resulting in projects that balance local context, viability and positive placemaking.
You'll be joining a progressive business where your voice carries weight, professional growth is supported, and there's a genuine opportunity to shape the future of the planning function.
What We're Looking For
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MRTPI qualified
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Experience operating at Senior or Associate level within a consultancy environment
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Proven track record leading planning projects and managing client relationships
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Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively with design and technical specialists
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Strong commercial awareness and confident communication skills
What's on Offer
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Competitive salary & benefits
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Flexible hybrid working
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Clear pathway for progression and leadership development
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Supportive, collaborative culture with a modern approach to work