Town Planner

Hunter Dunning Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK developer in Leeds is seeking a Town Planner to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience from either local authority or consultancy, with a focus on achieving MRTPI status. This role offers a salary between £30,000 - £45,000, bonus potential, and benefits including 25 days of annual leave and access to a gym. Join a company that creates purpose-built care homes and enhances the wellbeing of elderly residents.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Free parking

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar.
• Prior experience working in a local authority or private consultancy.
• Full UK Driving Licence and car.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the wider team and carry out site appraisal and evaluations.
• Meet with stakeholders and planning officers.
• Support with planning applications (preparing reports, statements and submissions).
• Liaise with the wider teams across land, construction and technical.

Skills

2+ years of industry experience

Knowledge of the full planning process

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Town Planning or similar

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Town Planner Job in Leeds, Yorkshire

New opening for a Town Planner job in Leeds with an established and national retirement living provider, looking to expand their team as the business moves forward in their next stage of growth. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of industry experience from either local authority or consultancy and be on track to achieve MRTPI status.

The role is offering circa £30,000 - £45,000 plus bonus potential, 25 days annual leave, gym, and more!

Our client is a leading UK developer specialising in the creation of modern, purpose-built care homes, offering the opportunity to be part of projects that genuinely make a difference to people's lives. Combining innovation with sustainability, they deliver high-quality, energy-efficient facilities designed to enhance the comfort and wellbeing of elderly residents.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work alongside the wider team and carry out site appraisal and evaluations
• Meet with stakeholders and planning officers
• Support with planning applications (preparing reports, statements and submissions)
• Liaise with the wider teams across land, construction and technical

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar
• Prior experience working in a local authority or private consultancy
• Knowledge of the full planning process
• Full UK Driving Licence and car

What you get back

• Salary of £30,000 - £45,000
• Bonus scheme after qualifying period
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to purchase annual leave
• Free parking and on-site gym

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.