Senior or Principal Policy Planner

FutureGen Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Planner to join their team in Leeds. This role involves managing planning projects, conducting research, and engaging stakeholders for strategic developments. Candidates should have a degree in Town Planning or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in planning. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and supportive working environment

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in planning ideally within a consultancy or local authority.
• Degree or higher in a relevant discipline (e.g. Town or Urban Planning Built Environment).
• Chartered Membership (MRTPI) or working towards it.
• Demonstrable experience in Local Plan and strategic policy work.
• Strong analytical research and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Confident leading projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Proactive, organised and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning projects and coordinate inputs from team members.
• Promote sites through the Local Plan process including stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct planning appraisals and research to assess development potential.
• Provide accurate planning advice both verbally and in writing.
• Support and deliver client presentations and public consultations.
• Prepare fee proposals and assist in tender submissions.
• Contribute to marketing and business development initiatives.

Job description

FutureGen Recruitment is proud to be representing a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Planner to join their established Planning Policy team based to the south of Leeds.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated planner looking to take the next step in their career contributing to a range of high-profile and strategic projects across the region.

About the Role

You'll be part of a dynamic and collaborative team working on large-scale projects including commercial developments, urban extensions and new settlements. The role will involve promoting sites through the Local Plan process, undertaking strategic research and engaging with key stakeholders.

As a Senior or Principal Planner you will also play a role in developing client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning projects and coordinate inputs from team members.
• Promote sites through the Local Plan process including stakeholder engagement and preparation of professional documents (representations hearing statements advocacy reports).
• Conduct planning appraisals and research to assess development potential and strategic opportunities.
• Provide accurate concise and reasoned planning advice both verbally and in writing.
• Support and deliver client presentations and public consultations as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare fee proposals and assist in tender submissions.
• Contribute to marketing and business development initiatives including social media and presentation materials.

About You

• Minimum 45 years experience in planning ideally within a consultancy or local authority.
• Degree or higher in a relevant discipline (e.g. Town or Urban Planning Built Environment).
• Chartered Membership (MRTPI) or working towards it.
• Demonstrable experience in Local Plan and strategic policy work.
• Strong analytical research and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Confident leading projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Proactive organised and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office essential.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity for rapid career progression and professional growth.
• The chance to work on high-impact strategic projects shaping future development across the region.

If you're a driven planning professional seeking your next challenge in a forward-thinking consultancy we'd love to hear from you.

Required Skills

Significant experience in Town Planning ideally within a consultancy or local authority. Chartered Member of the RTPI or working towards it. Strong understanding of the UK planning system and legislation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to manage client relationships. Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.

Required Education

MRTPI

Key Skills

• Presentation Skills
• Six Sigma
• Construction Estimating
• Earned Value Management
• Emergency Management
• Joint Operations
• Production Planning
• Project Planning
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Project
• Auto Estimating
• Exercise Planning

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Monthly Salary Salary

50000 - 50000