Senior Town Planner

Job Description

Senior Town Planner - Leeds\n £40,000 - £50,000 per annum + Benefits\n Flexible Working Available\n\nAre you a skilled Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work with a dynamic and innovative planning consultancy in a thriving city like Leeds? We are currently seeking a Senior Town Planner to join a growing and forward-thinking team in a well-established consultancy.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nManage and lead a wide variety of planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.\nProvide strategic advice on planning applications, appeals, and development strategies.\nEngage with clients and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.\nLead and mentor junior planners, supporting their professional development.\nConduct site assessments, prepare reports, and manage planning applications through to approval.\nWork closely with local authorities, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery.\n\nWhat We're Looking For:\n\nA degree in Town Planning or a related field (MRTPI but not essential).\nA minimum of 5 years of experience in town planning within the UK.\nSolid knowledge of UK planning policy and procedures, with the ability to navigate complex regulations.\nStrong project management skills and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities.\nAbility to work autonomously as well as part of a collaborative team.\n\nWhy Join This Team?\n\nCareer Development - A fantastic opportunity to advance in your planning career with the support of a collaborative and knowledgeable team.\nWork-Life Balance - Flexible working arrangements to ensure you can balance your professional and personal commitments.\nCompetitive Salary & Benefits - Attractive salary package, with a wide range of benefits including pension, healthcare, and generous holiday entitlement.\nExciting Projects - Work on diverse and challenging projects across multiple sectors, helping to shape the future of Leeds and the surrounding areas.If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a consultancy that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development, we'd love to hear from you!\n\nInterested?\n Apply today by sending your CV to Katy at (url removed) and call me on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.\n\nPlease note: Only applicants who meet the required criteria will be considered