Associate Town Planner — Lead Major Projects (Hybrid)

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Leeds seeks an experienced Associate Town Planner to lead planning strategies and applications. This role offers the chance to mentor junior staff and contribute to business development, all within a supportive, hybrid working environment. Applicants should have an RTPI-accredited degree and solid experience in UK consultancy, alongside strong communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Paid professional subscriptions

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• RTPI-accredited degree and MRTPI status required.
• Proven track record in managing projects and handling complex applications.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead major planning applications and projects.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to clients.
• Oversee and mentor junior team members.

Skills

RTPI-accredited degree

Significant UK consultancy or developer-side planning experience

Strong communication skills

Excellent commercial awareness

Proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Job description

A leading planning consultancy in Leeds seeks an experienced Associate Town Planner to lead planning strategies and applications. This role offers the chance to mentor junior staff and contribute to business development, all within a supportive, hybrid working environment. Applicants should have an RTPI-accredited degree and solid experience in UK consultancy, alongside strong communication and leadership skills.