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Senior Town Planner

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Town Planner
 Location: Leeds

Overview
 Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established independent planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their growing Leeds team. With a strong national presence and an expanding portfolio of exciting projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planning professional to develop their career within a highly supportive and dynamic environment.

This role offers the chance to work across a diverse range of sectors including residential, retail, energy, education, health, leisure, and infrastructure, supporting high-profile clients such as major developers, housebuilders, and commercial operators.

The Role
 As a Senior Planner, you will be involved in delivering high-quality planning services across a variety of projects nationwide. You will support the preparation and submission of planning applications, engage with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects from inception through to completion.

The Senior Planner will work closely with experienced colleagues and senior leadership, benefiting from ongoing mentorship and guidance. You will also have the opportunity to take increasing responsibility as your experience grows, including managing your own projects and client relationships.

This is a collaborative role within a flexible working environment, with a mix of office and home-based working.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications.
Support project delivery across a wide range of sectors.
Engage with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities.
Contribute to planning appraisals, reports, and supporting documents.
Manage time effectively across multiple projects and deadlines.About You
 The ideal Senior Planner will hold an RTPI-accredited degree (or equivalent) and be working towards MRTPI chartership. You will have between 2-5 years' experience in town planning and a solid understanding of the UK planning system.

You will demonstrate strong organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and a proactive approach to managing workloads. Commercial awareness and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential for success in this role.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and a commitment to ongoing professional development are also important attributes for the Senior Planner position.

Why Apply?
 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy that places a strong emphasis on professional development and employee wellbeing. You will benefit from a structured training programme, dedicated mentorship towards MRTPI chartership, and regular opportunities for networking and career progression.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Car allowance (Senior level and above)
Salary increase upon achieving MRTPI
25 days annual leave plus additional Christmas closure
Private healthcare and dental cover
Life assurance and income protection
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Paid RTPI membership fees
Structured training and development programme
Flexible working arrangements
Regular social events and wellbeing initiativesIf you are an ambitious Senior Planner looking to grow your career within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy, this opportunity offers an excellent platform for long-term progression.

Interested?
 
 The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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