Job Title: Planner / Senior PlannerLocation: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and forward-thinking planning consultancy in their search for a Planner or Senior Planner to join their expanding Manchester team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic consultancy working across a diverse and engaging portfolio of projects, including residential, commercial, education, retail & leisure, and hospitality developments.

You will play a key role as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through the planning process and helping to unlock development potential across a variety of sectors.

• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing expert planning advice
• Manage planning applications and support appeals
• Assess development opportunities across a range of sectors
• Prepare high-quality reports and planning documentation
• Liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants
• Support project delivery from early-stage advice through to consent

• Experience in a planning role (consultancy, local authority, or development)
• Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach
• Proactive, organised, and a strong team player

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work across a wide variety of sectors and projects
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

If you're looking to take the next step in your planning career within a growing and ambitious consultancy, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or