Senior Town Planner

Overview

Job title:

Senior Town Planner

Location:

Leeds

Salary:
Competitive

I'm currently working with a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy that's looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to strengthen their growing Leeds team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced planner who wants to work on a diverse and high-quality workload, with real scope to influence projects, build client relationships, and progress their career within a supportive, professional environment.

You'll be joining a collaborative planning team working across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land. The role offers a strong balance of autonomy and support, making it ideal for someone ready to step into a senior position or consolidate their experience at this level.

• Managing and delivering planning applications and appeals from inception to determination
• Providing planning advice to clients, landowners and developers
• Leading smaller projects and supporting junior team members
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants
• Contributing to business development and client relationship management

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards with significant experience)
• Strong experience within UK town planning (private or public sector)
• Confident managing your own caseload and client relationships
• Commercially aware with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, team-focused approach

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Clear and realistic career progression
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Supportive, people-focused culture
• Exposure to varied and interesting planning work across the region

If you're a Senior Town Planner in Leeds (or looking to relocate) and want to explore a role that offers both professional challenge and genuine career development, I'd be keen to have a confidential conversation. Apply now or get in touch to discuss further.