Senior Planner

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner in Leeds to lead high-profile developments and mentor junior colleagues. The role offers autonomy in project management, a competitive salary, and a flexible hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate will have MRTPI qualification and extensive knowledge of the UK planning system, especially in Yorkshire. This position promises clear career development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Career development support

Flexible hybrid working

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualification or strong experience towards it.
• Proven experience in a private consultancy or planning environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system, especially in Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-profile developments and mentor junior colleagues.
• Manage your own projects from inception to completion.
• Build strong client relationships and communicate effectively.

Skills

MRTPI qualification or working towards it

Experience in a private consultancy

Knowledge of the UK planning system

Confident communication skills

Proactive and commercially minded approach

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Senior Town Planner

Location: Leeds

Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to step into a senior role with a respected consultancy that's growing rapidly across the UK?

We're working exclusively with a nationally recognised planning consultancy that's looking to strengthen its Leeds office with a Senior Town Planner. With a diverse project portfolio spanning residential, commercial, mixed-use, and regeneration schemes, this is a brilliant opportunity to take the lead on high-profile developments and mentor junior colleagues as part of a dynamic and collaborative team.

What's on offer:

• A clear path for career development with support from Directors who are invested in your progression
• Autonomy to manage your own projects from inception to completion
• Flexible hybrid working and a modern central Leeds office
• A competitive salary, annual bonus, and benefits package

What you'll bring:

• MRTPI qualification (or working towards it with strong experience)
• Proven experience in a private consultancy or similar planning environment
• Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system, especially in Yorkshire and the North
• Confident communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to planning

Whether you're already operating at a Senior Planner level or a strong Planner looking for a step up, this is a chance to make a real impact in a business that values its people, rewards initiative, and offers real scope for progression.

Please call Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to [email address], and I will be in touch.