Job Title: Associate Town PlannerLocation: Manchester Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a well-established property consultancy in their search for an Associate Planner based in Manchester, Ashby or Birmingham.ResponsibilitiesManage and prioritise your own caseloadLead on site appraisals, site promotion and planning applicationsPrepare, submit and manage planning applications and appealsProduce high-quality reports and planning adviceBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsLiaise with Planning Officers, Councillors and stakeholdersAttend and lead project and client meetingsCoordinate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g. architects, highways, ecology)Mentor junior team members and support APC progressionManage budgets, time recording and invoicingRequirementsMRTPI qualified or working towards submissionStrong understanding of the UK planning systemExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational and time management abilitySelf-motivated with a proactive mindsetHigh attention to detail and accuracyAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlinesStrong IT skills, including Microsoft OfficeTeam player with mentoring capabilityBenefitsCompetitive salaryDiscretionary bonus scheme25-30 days annual leave + birthday leave + Christmas closureEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveLife assurance (Death in Service)Employee Assistance Programme (health and wellbeing support)Online discounts and savings platform2 days paid volunteering le