Senior / Principal Planning Consultant[1102381]

ADAS; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ADAS, a leading independent environmental consultancy, is seeking a Senior/Principal Planning Consultant in Leeds. This hybrid position involves delivering planning consultancy services across multiple sectors, managing projects, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of planning regulations and relevant qualifications, with a focus on public and private sector client needs. Competitive salary with flexible working options and benefits.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible benefits

Life Assurance

Annual Leave Purchase

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in planning consultancy services to public, private and third-sector clients.
• Expertise in managing planning projects including applications and appeals.
• Ability to communicate with stakeholders and present at public consultations.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning projects to high standards, overseeing financial aspects.
• Prepare planning applications and undertake site visits with clients.
• Liaise with technical consultants and statutory consultees.

Skills

Knowledge of Town & Country Planning regulations

Project management

Public speaking

Education

Formal qualification in Town and Country Planning (Masters/Postgraduate/First Degree)

Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute

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Leeds

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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The Vacancy

The Vacancy

ADAS, part of the RSK Group is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant on a full time, permanent basis. This role can be on a hybrid basis in their Leeds office.

ADAS provides ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, planning, and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors.

Experience Required

• A full driving licence will be required as will the need for flexible working with regard to type of work, timing and location.
• Formal qualification in Town and Country Planning (Masters/Postgraduate/First Degree).
• Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or to be eligible for full Chartered Membership.
• Relevant experience/skills preferably within the private sector.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of Town & Country Planning regulations and process in both planning policy and development management.
  
  

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The Vacancy

The Vacancy

ADAS, part of the RSK Group is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant on a full time, permanent basis. This role can be on a hybrid basis in their Leeds office.

ADAS provides ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, planning, and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors.

Experience Required

• A full driving licence will be required as will the need for flexible working with regard to type of work, timing and location.
• Formal qualification in Town and Country Planning (Masters/Postgraduate/First Degree).
• Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or to be eligible for full Chartered Membership.
• Relevant experience/skills preferably within the private sector.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of Town & Country Planning regulations and process in both planning policy and development management.
  
  

Requirements

• Provide planning consultancy services to public, private and third-sector clients.
• Manage planning projects to a high standard. This will involve leading on planning applications, site promotions and appeals as well as managing the financial aspect of invoicing, project budgets and contract specific financial data.
• Review and comment on technical reports.
• Preparation of planning applications, including drafting of Planning Statements and undertaking site visits with clients/colleagues.
• Liaison and communication with technical consultants, statutory consultees and Planning Officers.
• Public speaking, including at planning committees and public consultation events, where required.
  
  

Salary And Benefits

• Competitive salary based on relevant experience.
• Pension contribution.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible benefits
  
  

RSK is an equal opportunities employer.

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About Us

ADAS is the UK’s largest independent environmental and agricultural consultancy. Our goal as a company is two-fold: secure British food and enhance the environment. Established over 75 years ago and part of RSK Group since 2016, we offer high-quality, research-based tailored solutions for a wide-ranging client base. From working with small and medium-sized landowners to helping shape government policy with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), we are adept at collecting and analysing data and creating bespoke strategies to achieve the best outcome for our client’s unique needs. We are a trusted brand when it comes to managing the countryside: we do more than simply tick checkboxes; we will formulate a strategy that benefits the landowner and nature – our approach is fluid and changes according to requirements.

As well as agricultural research and consultancy, ADAS provides ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, planning, and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors. Our technical specialists have supported both local and nationally significant utility, transport, infrastructure, government and development projects. Some of our client relationships span over 40 years. We evolve and innovate with our clients, thereby ensuring that we provide a practical, reliable, and responsive service.

ADAS is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Benefits

An RSK Company

Life Assurance

Annual Leave Purchase

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

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