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Posted 06 August, 2026

Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Altrincham, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Town PlannerLocation: AltrinchamSalary:£40-50,000

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A growing and forward-thinking planning and development consultancy is looking to strengthen its team with the appointment of a Senior Town Planner in Altrincham. The consultancy has a strong focus on its people and provides commercially minded planning advice and creative solutions across a varied portfolio of projects throughout the UK.

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Key Responsibilities:

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  • Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects from initial instruction through to completion.
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  • Undertaking planning research and preparing appraisals, statements, reports and planning applications.
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  • Developing planning strategies and providing commercially focused advice to clients.
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  • Managing planning applications proactively, including liaising with Local Planning Authorities and addressing issues as they arise.
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  • Leading on householder, minor and other planning applications, whilst supporting larger-scale development projects.
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  • Coordinating with clients, consultants, technical teams and other stakeholders throughout the planning process.
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  • Managing project deadlines and ensuring work is delivered accurately, efficiently and to a high standard.
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  • Supporting business development, developing professional networks and mentoring more junior members of the team.
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About You\n
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  • A relevant degree, with a Master's qualification in Town Planning, Geography, Environmental Planning or a related subject desirable.
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  • Strong previous experience within town planning, ideally gained within a planning consultancy.
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  • Good knowledge of UK planning legislation, policy and the wider planning system.
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  • Proven experience managing planning applications and projects independently.
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  • Strong research, report writing and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical planning advice.
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  • Confidence dealing directly with clients, planning officers, consultants and other stakeholders.
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  • Excellent organisational and project management skills, with a commercially aware and proactive approach.
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  • RTPI Chartered status or progression towards MRTPI would be advantageous, alongside a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
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What's on Offer\n
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  • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional leave.
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  • Company bonus scheme and pension.
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  • Career break policy.
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  • Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
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  • Diverse and interesting project portfolio across the UK.
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  • Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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  • Opportunities to develop client-facing and business development skills.
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To apply, please call or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to