Senior Policy Planner

Job Title

Senior Policy Planner

Leeds

Full-time, Permanent

Competitive + Excellent Benefits

A leading UK planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner with experience in strategic planning policy to join their team in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile projects from major commercial developments to large-scale urban extensions and new settlements. You'll play a key role in promoting sites through the Local Plan system, engaging with stakeholders, and delivering high-quality planning advice.

This position offers strong career progression prospects and the chance to work in a collaborative, innovative team environment.

• Manage and lead planning policy projects from inception to delivery.
• Promote strategic sites through the Local Plan process.
• Prepare planning documents including Local Plan representations and Hearing Statements.
• Conduct site appraisals and planning research (housing land supply, employment need, etc.).
• Liaise with clients, design teams, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• Attend site visits, public meetings, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

• 3+ years' experience in planning (consultancy or local authority).
• Degree in Planning or a related field.
• MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership).
• Strong understanding of planning policy, particularly Local Plans.
• Strong analytical and report writing abilities.
• Confident managing projects and working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Full UK driving licence + access to a vehicle.

• Competitive salary and benefits package - EOT with £3600 of any bonus being tax free!
• Flexible hybrid working options.
• Supportive team culture with clear routes for progression.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant planning projects.

Apply now with your CV to ashleigh. or call  if you wish to discuss the role further!

Reference - 67671