Leeds
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
28/07/2025
18/08/2025
Senior Town Planner
Location: Leeds
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and expanding planning and development consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Leeds.
This award-winning firm has built a strong reputation across Yorkshire and beyond for delivering high-quality planning advice across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. With a diverse portfolio and strong pipeline of work, this is an exciting time to join and play a key role in the continued success and growth of the business.
The ideal candidate for this Senior Town Planner role will have experience delivering a range of planning projects from initial strategy through to decision, along with a strong understanding of the local planning landscape and confidence in client-facing situations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leading on planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals
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Providing planning strategy advice to clients across various sectors
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Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants
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Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team
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Assisting with business development and growing client relationships
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Staying up to date with relevant planning legislation and policy
Requirements:
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RTPI-accredited degree and MRTPI status (or working towards if at a near-final stage)
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Experience in a similar role within a consultancy or local authority
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Strong report writing, communication, and project management skills
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A commercial mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving
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Comfortable operating independently and as part of a team
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Full UK driving licence preferred
Why Join?
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Clear progression opportunities within a collaborative consultancy
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Exposure to a wide range of exciting planning projects
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Supportive, friendly environment with mentorship from industry experts
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
This Senior Town Planner position is perfect for someone looking to take the next step in their career in a dynamic, growing firm with strong values and a positive culture.