Senior/Associate Planner

Senior Planner/Associate Planner

Location: Manchester

Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a progressive, well established rural planning and property consultancy known for delivering expert planning, land, and utility services across the Northwest.

Their agile and energetic planning team tackle a broad spectrum of rural, commercial, and residential projects, with rural planning at the heart of what they do. They are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients, embracing technology at every opportunity, using it to enhance their services and deliver greater value to their clients.

Their mission is to deliver expert, forward-thinking planning and property solutions that help their clients unlock potential and achieve their goals.'

Candidates are required to:

• Be MRTPI Chartered (or eligible)
• 10 years plus (Membership of the RTPI preferred)
• Be adaptable, proactive, and client-focused
• Be passionate about planning and take real pride in the quality of your work
• Be confident working independently and collaboratively
• Skilled at managing your own workload and timelines
• Communicate confidently and clearly - in person, in writing, and across digital platforms
• Solve problems creatively and proactively to overcome planning challenges
• Embrace technology and work confidently within CRM systems and other digital tools that drive our business efficiency and growth
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with a varied project portfolio
• Demonstrate strong project management and organisational skills

What does the role involve?

• Leading and managing a wide range of planning appraisals, applications and appeals from inception through to decision and post-decision stages
• Taking ownership of multiple projects, driving them forward with focus and efficiency
• Collaborate with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes
• Develop and implement bespoke planning strategies tailored to each client's goals
• Have line management responsibilities for a Graduate Planner and Project Assistant

What does the role offer?

• Hybrid working pattern: 3/4 days in the office, 1/2 days site visits/home working
• Competitive Salary
• Bonus: Performance-related (KPIs) bonus after probation
• Support: Full admin, project assistant and professional support
• Progression: Ongoing CPD and a clear path for professional development

If this Senior/Associate Planner role is of interest, please contact Joel Bland on or call to discuss further!