Town Planner to Senior Town Planner

Salary/Rate:£30000.00 - £45000 per annum + Healthcare, pension, holidays
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:Manchester
County:Manchester
Sector:Land and Planning
Job ref:JN -042026-85135_1784281871
Post Date:17. 07. 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

A forward-thinking, multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Town Planner to Senior Town Planner to join their growing planning team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients across the private and public sectors, shaping the places of tomorrow while building your professional career.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will work on delivering a wide portfolio of projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments with planning applications, policy research, site appraisals, stakeholder engagement, and local plan representations, gaining exposure to all aspects of the UK planning system.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the preparation and submission of planning applications and supporting documents.
  • Assist with site assessments, planning strategy reports, and development feasibility.
  • Monitor local and national planning policy updates.
  • Conduct research, prepare planning statements, and support the appeals process.
  • Attend site visits and client meetings, with guidance from senior team members.
  • Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and clients.

About You:

  • A relevant degree (RTPI-accredited Town Planning or related subject)
  • A genuine interest in planning and the built environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Highly organised with good attention to detail.
  • Fully MRTPI chartered.

What's on Offer:

  • A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment.
  • Structured mentoring and career development pathways.
  • Involvement in a variety of exciting, real-world projects.
  • Flexible working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing.
  • Competitive graduate salary and benefits package.

This role is ideal for a proactive and ambitious planner who is ready to make a positive impact on communities and the environment through innovative planning solutions.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com

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