Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy in Leeds is looking for a Town Planner to join their collaborative team. This role involves managing planning applications, providing client advice, and engaging with local authorities. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in planning and strong communication skills. The position offers a supportive culture and a clear pathway for career progression.

Benefits

Supportive culture

Clear progression pathway

Competitive salary and benefits

Client-facing experience

Qualifications

• Experience in planning, either in private consultancy or local authority.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Motivated and keen to develop within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications, appraisals and appeals.
• Providing planning advice to clients.
• Working closely with senior team members to support project delivery.
• Engaging with local authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

1-3 years' experience in planning

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Motivated, proactive

Education

MRTPI or working towards chartership

Job description

Town Planner - Consultancy | Leeds

I'm working with a well‑established planning consultancy in Leeds that is looking to appoint a Town Planner to support their continued growth. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative team delivering a variety of projects across residential, commercial and mixed‑use development. The role offers strong exposure to clients, support for career progression and a genuine opportunity to broaden your planning experience.

What you'll be involved in

• Preparing and managing planning applications, appraisals and appeals
• Providing planning advice to clients across a diverse project portfolio
• Working closely with senior team members to support project delivery
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and external consultants

What they're looking for

• 1‑3 years' experience in planning (private consultancy or local authority)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• MRTPI or working towards chartership
• Motivated, proactive and keen to develop within a supportive environment

Why consider this role

• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Clear pathway for progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to build strong client‑facing experience

Location

Leeds (hybrid working available)

How to apply

If you'd like to discuss this role in confidence or receive more details, please get in touch or send your CV for consideration.