Senior Town Planner

Senior Town Planner | Greater Manchester Competitive Salary Plus Benefits | Permanent Ref: DB090 A leading planning and environmental consultancy are looking for a Senior Town Planner. The successful candidate will work across a diverse range of projects such as energy, nuclear, regeneration & placemaking, infrastructure, residential, commercial, waste, and minerals. Senior Town Planner Responsibilities * Support colleagues in progressing major planning and development projects * Manage small to medium-sized planning applications independently * Undertake research, site assessments, and policy analysis * Prepare planning appraisals for land, buildings, and development concepts * Draft planning reports, statements, and application documents * Engage with planning officers, consultees, and other third-party stakeholders * Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and professional partners * Develop innovative and practical planning solutions * Take financial responsibility for small and medium-scale projects from inception to completion * Stay up to date on planning policy, regulations, and best practice * Attend external meetings and events, including delivering presentations when required Senior Town Planner Requirements * Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline, with a strong interest in planning * Experience within either the public or private sector * Chartered or working towards MRTPI * Understanding of planning principles and UK planning processes * Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills * A proactive problem-solver with a creative and analytical mindset Why This Role? * Competitive salary * Annual performance-based bonus * Pension contributions * Private healthcare * Professional membership fees * Opportunities for career development and progression * Flexible working options, including a blend of home and office-based work * A supportive, employee-focused ownership structure with additional associated benefits Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) | (phone number removed)