Senior Town Planner

Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Salford

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing planning and development consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Salford.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy, working across a wide range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, strategic planning advice, and client management within a collaborative and professional environment.

THE ROLE

As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination.

You will manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and support junior team members, continuing to develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a growing consultancy environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, consultations, and site visits
* Contributing to business development and networking activities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach

WHAT'S ON OFFER

* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on a wide variety of planning projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities
* Ongoing professional development and career support

Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed)