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:

Lead planning strategy, applications and appeals across residential, mixed-use, commercial and regeneration projects

Act as trusted advisor to clients, helping shape development proposals from concept through to delivery

Provide mentorship and leadership to junior planners and contribute to the growth of the planning team

Collaborate closely with in-house architects and urban designers to create integrated and sustainable schemes

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

MRTPI qualified

Experience operating at Senior or Associate level within a consultancy environment

Proven track record leading planning projects and managing client relationships

Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively with design and technical specialists

Strong commercial awareness and confident communication skills

What's on Offer

Competitive salary & benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Clear pathway for progression and leadership development

Supportive, collaborative culture with a modern approach to work