Town Planner – Forward-Thinking Consultancy | Altrincham | £30k-£37k

Are you a driven, early-career town planner with a passion for people and places?

We’re partnering with a progressive and people-focused planning and development consultancy to find a Planner to join their vibrant and collaborative team based in Altrincham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning professional with around 2 years’ experience to work on a diverse range of UK-based projects, grow their network, and play an active role in shaping the built environment in a company that values freedom, proactivity, and perspective.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Translating site research into high-quality written outputs

  • Reviewing planning policy/history and contributing to strategy discussions

  • Preparing clear and concise project updates and reports

  • Leading on minor applications, liaising with design teams and monitoring progress

  • Supporting business development and producing social media content

  • Assisting in the preparation of site appraisals, statements, and planning applications

What We’re Looking For:

  • A Master’s in Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, or similar

  • Minimum 2 years’ town planning experience

  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Confidence in managing tasks independently and working to deadlines

  • RTPI Associate (or working toward full accreditation)

  • Adobe Creative Suite skills are a bonus

  • UK driver’s license and access to a car is advantageous

What’s On Offer:

  • Salary between £30,000 – £37,000

  • 26 days’ leave + bank holidays (buy/sell option available)

  • Company-wide bonus scheme

  • Career break policy

  • Hybrid working policy and flexible hours

  • Collaborative, people-first culture with opportunities for growth

  • Company pension, team socials, and CPD support

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte sofia.conte@penguinrecruitment.co.uk or call 01792 957386. We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

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