Assistant Planner

PropSource Consulting; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Assistant Planner to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, including regeneration and housing developments, while providing support in project delivery and client interactions. Ideal for recent graduates or those on the RTPI-APC pathway, this position promises a supportive environment to grow your career in planning. Enjoy the benefits of flexible working, generous leave, and a market-leading bonus scheme as you contribute to impactful projects in the heart of Leeds.

Benefits

Market-leading bonus scheme

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Private healthcare

Trips abroad

Pension

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Town Planning or a related field.
• 6-12 months experience in Planning Consultancy or Local Authority.

Responsibilities

• Support on the delivery of projects and attend meetings.
• Submit and monitor planning applications and assist with appeals.
• Analyse policies and prepare representations.

Skills

Understanding of UK planning system

Project delivery support

Client communication

Policy analysis and research

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Related field degree

Job description

Role: Assistant Planner

Location: Leeds City Centre

Benefits: Market-leading bonus scheme, flexible working, generous annual leave entitlement, competitive salary, private healthcare, trips abroad and pension.

Salary: DOE

My award winning client is looking for an Assistant Planner to join their established team in Leeds. You will be working on a wide range of projects including regeneration, housing developments, renewable energy, commercial, industrial and more. If you are somebody who is on the RTPI-APC pathway, a recent graduate or have 6-12 months experience in Planning Consultancy or with a Local Authority, then this could be the perfect next step in your career.

This role is based in Leeds City Centre with the option of flexible working.

You will have a positive, hard-working attitude and a good understanding of the UK planning system. Also, you must hold a degree or higher in Town Planning or a related field.

Key responsibilities:

• Support on the delivery of projects
• Attend meetings with clients and local planning authorities
• Submit and monitor planning applications
• Assist with planning appeals
• Analyse and research policies, preparing representations to local plans and policies

If you're interested in hearing about this role, get in touch with Chloe Plowright or apply via this link.

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