Senior Town Planner - #2078571

Senior Town Planner - Leeds
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Hybrid Working + Excellent Career Progression

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a highly respected independent planning consultancy with a strong reputation across the UK property sector. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a collaborative and ambitious team working on a diverse range of high-profile projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, logistics, and strategic land developments.

Based in Leeds, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing projects, advising clients, and supporting the continued growth of the planning team.

The Role
You will be responsible for leading and delivering a variety of planning projects from inception through to completion, providing strategic planning advice to an established client base while working closely with colleagues across multiple disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a broad portfolio of planning applications and appeals
• Preparing planning appraisals, statements, and supporting documentation
• Advising clients on planning strategy and development opportunities
• Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to business development activities
• Attending client meetings, committee meetings, and public consultations where required

About You
The ideal candidate will have:

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership
• Experience within a consultancy or local authority environment
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness and client-facing experience
• The ability to manage projects independently and work collaboratively within a team

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Structured career progression opportunities
• Exposure to high-quality and nationally significant projects
• Supportive and sociable team environment
• Opportunity to join a growing and well-established consultancy with an excellent market reputation

This position would suit an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy environment.

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch today.