Senior Planner – CPO & Urban Regeneration
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-time
The Opportunity
I am working with a leading planning consultancy in Manchester seeking a Senior Planner with expertise in CPO and urban regeneration projects. This is a high-profile, client-facing role, ideal for an experienced planner who wants to work on complex regeneration schemes, major redevelopment projects, and strategic land acquisitions.
You will have the opportunity to lead planning workstreams, advise on CPO processes, and contribute to transformative urban projects that shape cities across the North West and UK.
The Role
As a Senior Planner, your focus will be on delivering strategic planning advice and managing projects relating to CPO, regeneration, and major development schemes. You will work closely with clients, developers, local authorities, and stakeholders to secure planning approvals and support complex land assembly.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and managing planning projects, with a focus on CPO, regeneration, and strategic land development
Advising clients on CPO strategy, negotiation, and planning risk
Preparing planning statements, supporting reports, representations, and submissions to public inquiries
Coordinating multidisciplinary teams, including legal, transport, and environmental consultants
Engaging with local authorities, statutory consultees, and key stakeholders
Representing clients at meetings, public consultations, and planning committees
Supporting junior team members and mentoring graduates and assistant planners
Contributing to business development opportunities and fee proposals
Keeping up to date with urban regeneration policy, CPO legislation, and planning best practice
Candidate Profile
Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
MRTPI qualified or working towards
Typically 5+ years’ experience, with demonstrable experience in CPO and urban regeneration projects
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, including CPO legislation and urban regeneration frameworks
Proven ability to manage complex planning projects and client relationships
Commercially aware, proactive, and confident in stakeholder engagement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Exposure to high-profile, transformative urban regeneration projects
Clear progression pathway to Associate Planner / Associate Director
Supportive consultancy environment with structured career development
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion about this Senior Planner opportunity in CPO and urban regeneration, please get in touch. All applications will be handled discreetly.