Associate Town Planner | Associate Director of Town Planning

Full TimeWilmslow, CheshirePosted 2 days agoReturn to Job SearchJob Title: Associate Planner | Associate Director of Town PlanningLocation: WilmslowPractice: Employee-Owned | MultidisciplinaryPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an employee-owned, multidisciplinary planning consultancy of around 50 professionals in their search for an Associate Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Associate Planner to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team working on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects for prestigious clients.As an Associate Planner, you will play a key role in the delivery of complex planning schemes, providing expert advice to clients and supporting the continued growth of the business. The successful Associate Planner will work closely with Directors, taking responsibility for managing projects and contributing to team leadership and mentoring.The RoleThe Associate Planner position typically involves working on and managing a variety of schemes, providing direct client advice on sites and projects, and drafting high-quality planning reports and submissions. The Associate Planner will assist with the management of the team’s caseload while taking financial responsibility for medium-sized projects from inception through to completion.Key responsibilities include:Assisting Directors to drive forward major projectsManaging medium to large-scale planning applicationsUndertaking research and analysisPreparing planning appraisals of land, buildings, and development conceptsPreparing planning reports, planning applications, development plan representations, and Environmental StatementsLiaising with planning officers, statutory consultees, and third partiesBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and fellow professionalsDeveloping creative and original planning solutionsRemaining informed about planning policy and practiceAttending external events and delivering presentationsAbout YouTo be successful in this Associate Planner role, you will demonstrate:A relevant degree and full Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body)Relevant experience in the private or public sectorExcellent technical writing and presentation skillsA proactive, solutions-focused approach and strong communication skillsCreativity, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage projects independentlyWhy Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate Planner to progress their career within an employee-owned consultancy, working on a varied and challenging portfolio of projects alongside some of the best planning professionals in the industry. The role offers long-term career development, meaningful responsibility, and the chance to directly contribute to the success of the business.Interested?The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or View email address on click.appcast.io