Job Title: Senior Town Planner Associate Town Planner Location: Manchester (Salford)Penguin Recruitment is excited to be supporting a leading development consultancy in their search for a Planner - Development Consultancy (Senior / Associate / Associate Director).This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing UK development consultancy specialising in town planning, development surveying and socio-economics. The team advises on major residential-led regeneration and new settlement projects across the UK and is continuing to expand, with several key hires planned for 2026.You''ll be working on high-profile schemes you are likely to recognise, including large-scale garden village developments, city living regeneration projects, and strategic growth locations across the North West.What''s on offerCompetitive salary, dependent on experience and seniority10% bonus scheme (available from day one)Hybrid working from a Manchester city fringe (Salford) office25 days'' annual leave + your birthday off + Christmas closureComprehensive pension and benefits packageClear and structured progression pathway through to Director levelDirect access to senior leadership within a collaborative, low-ego cultureAbout youMinimum 3 years'' post-qualification experienceStrong background in residential developmentDegree in Surveying, Planning, Housing or related discipline (RICS or RTPI accredited preferred)Excellent written, verbal and analytical skillsConfident managing workstreams and client