Senior/Principal Planner — Lead Local Plan & Major Projects

Penguin Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Senior or Principal Planner. In this role, you will manage and lead projects related to large-scale developments, provide expert planning advice, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have 4-5+ years of experience in planning and a degree in a related field. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years' experience in planning, ideally within consultancy or local authority.
• RTPI membership (or working towards).
• Strong understanding of the Local Plan process.
• Proactive, positive, and collaborative approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects, coordinating team members and workloads.
• Promote sites through the Local Plan system, including stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct research and planning appraisals to assess development potential.
• Attend client meetings and public consultations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Presentation abilities

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or Built Environment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading planning consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Senior or Principal Planner. In this role, you will manage and lead projects related to large-scale developments, provide expert planning advice, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have 4-5+ years of experience in planning and a degree in a related field. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.