Location
Knutsford
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
29/01/2026
Closing date
19/02/2026
Retail Planner
Location: Cheshire
Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working on behalf of an exciting consultancy, to recruit a Retail Planner to join their established planning team based in Cheshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with a background or strong interest in retail and town centre planning to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the retail, leisure, and mixed-use sectors. The role offers exposure to nationally significant schemes and the chance to develop specialist expertise within a well-respected consultancy.
The Role
As a Retail Planner, you will:
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Provide planning advice on retail, leisure, and town centre development proposals
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Prepare and support planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions
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Undertake retail impact assessments and town centre policy analysis
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Draft planning statements and supporting documentation
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Liaise with local planning authorities, clients, and consultants
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Monitor changes to retail and town centre planning policy
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Support senior colleagues on complex and strategic projects
About You
The ideal Retail Planner will have:
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A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
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Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment
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A strong understanding of retail planning policy and development management
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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The ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively
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RTPI membership or be working towards chartership
Why Apply?
This Retail Planner role offers the opportunity to join a specialist planning consultancy with a strong national reputation, clear progression opportunities, and exposure to high-profile retail and mixed-use schemes.
If you are interested in this Retail Planner position based in Cheshire, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment for further information.