Job Title: Associate Town Planner
Location: Manchester
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for an Associate Town Planner to join their team in Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Associate Town Planner to step into a key strategic role within the business. The position will play a crucial part in driving the team forward, with a strong emphasis on business development, client generation, and securing new opportunities across a varied project portfolio.
THE ROLE
As an Associate Town Planner, you will take a leading role in both project delivery and the growth of the business.
A core focus of this position will be on winning work, developing client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. Alongside this, you will oversee planning projects and provide strategic input across a range of developments, establishing yourself as a key figure within the team as an Associate Town Planner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Leading on business development activities and generating new work
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Identifying and securing new project opportunities
• Managing and overseeing planning applications and projects
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members
• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
• Contributing to the overall growth and direction of the business
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• MRTPI qualified
• Significant experience within a planning consultancy environment
• Proven track record in business development and winning work
• Strong commercial awareness and networking ability
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and develop others
• A proactive, driven, and ambitious mindset
WHAT’S ON OFFER
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to take on a key leadership role
• Strong emphasis on business development and career progression
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to shape and grow a team within a dynamic consultancy
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk
